Band on the Wall
Marilyn Crispell · 1994
57 min · 13 tracks · jazz
A meditative exploration of jazz textures, weaving intricate melodies with improvisational flair across dynamic compositions.
Why this album works
'Band on the Wall' received notable critical acclaim upon release, highlighting Crispell's innovative approach to jazz. The album is often referenced for its rich improvisational elements and has influenced subsequent generations of jazz musicians exploring free-form and experimental styles.
- Career context
- Released in 1994, 'Band on the Wall' marked Marilyn Crispell's first album after her acclaimed work with the Roscoe Mitchell Art Ensemble. By this time, she had established herself as a formidable force in avant-garde jazz, building on her previous collaborations and refining her unique sound. This album represents a significant step in her solo career, showcasing her deepening compositional skills.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Diana Ross· Madonna· Prince· Christina Aguilera· Chicago· Frank Zappa· Bob Dylan· Barbra Streisand
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Opening Time Standout 6:49
- 2 Slow Chaser 3:59
- 3 Fragments 2:48
- 4 Dogbolter 2:05
- 5 Apart (I) 2:33
- 6 As Our Tongues Lap Up The Burning Air Standout 6:29
- 7 Old Thumper 1:08
- 8 Night Moves Standout 12:11
- 9 Bishop's Finger 1:11
- 10 Irons 3:47
- 11 Quiet Now 3:37
- 12 Spitfire 2:42
- 13 Last Orders 8:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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