Azazel: Book of Angels Volume 2 cover

Azazel: Book of Angels Volume 2

John Zorn · 2005

60 min · 13 tracks · avant-garde jazz

An intricate tapestry of avant-garde jazz, weaving together dissonant harmonies and improvisational flair.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration of soundscapes
  • wave-like pacing with resolution
  • intricate layers for attentive listening
  • short tracks for quick shifts

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking straightforward, catchy tunes
  • prefer predictable song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2005, John Zorn was well-established in the avant-garde scene, having released numerous influential works. 'Azazel: Book of Angels Volume 2' is part of his ongoing 'Book of Angels' series, which showcases his unique compositional style and collaborations with various artists. This album follows the first volume released a year earlier and emphasizes Zorn's innovative approach to jazz.
Stylistic neighbors
Mike Patton· The Thing· Merzbow

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Tufiel 6:22
  • 2 Mibi 1:53
  • 3 Tabaet 6:46
  • 4 Symnay 5:23
  • 5 Mastema 6:39
  • 6 Bethor 5:25
  • 7 Uriel 4:37
  • 8 Gurid 1:52
  • 9 Gazriel 4:04
  • 10 Azazel 5:26
  • 11 Rssasiel 2:38
  • 12 Garzanal 5:21
  • 13 Ahiel 3:46

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