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Back to Life

Fred Frith · 2008

64 min · 11 tracks · jazz fusion

A reflective journey where intricate guitar work meets experimental soundscapes, merging jazz and rock sensibilities.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • exploratory sonic landscape shifts
  • reflective moments of introspection
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • immersive headphone listening experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2008, Fred Frith was already an established figure in avant-garde music, having released numerous albums since his debut in the 1970s. 'Back to Life' came after a series of collaborative projects and showcases a mature exploration of sound that reflects both his innovative spirit and personal introspection.
Stylistic neighbors
Henry Cow· Robert Wyatt· Can

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Seven Circles 1 2:59
  • 2 Save As 16:10
  • 3 Seven Circles 2 5:08
  • 4 Bridge Is Bridge 7:16
  • 5 Seven Circles 3 1:37
  • 6 Seven Circles 4 3:45
  • 7 Back to Life 8:57
  • 8 Seven Circles 5 1:34
  • 9 Seven Circles 6 4:40
  • 10 Elegy for Elias 9:26
  • 11 Seven Circles 7 2:38

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