Bark Out Thunder Roar Out Lightning
Chief Xian aTunde Adjuah · 2023
56 min · 10 tracks · jazz
A vibrant fusion of jazz and cultural homage, blending complex rhythms with evocative narratives.
Why this album works
Upon its release, 'Bark Out Thunder Roar Out Lightning' received critical acclaim for its artistic ambition and strong cultural references. The album stands out not just for its musical complexity but also for its tribute to influential figures in the New Orleans jazz scene, reflecting a growing recognition of cultural legacies within modern jazz.
- Career context
- This album marks Chief Xian aTunde Adjuah's evolution as an artist, following his acclaimed 2020 release, 'The Truth.' By 2023, he had established himself as a significant voice in contemporary jazz, further exploring themes of identity and heritage through innovative compositions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hiromi Uehara· Cannonball Adderley· Beth Hart
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- Ancestral Recall — Continues the cultural themes with a rich sound palette and innovative structures.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Blood Calls Blood Standout 7:40
- 2 Trouble That Mornin’ 4:39
- 3 Xodokan Iko - Hu Na Ney 3:57
- 4 Bark Out Thunder Roar Out Lightning Standout 15:22
- 5 Shallow Water [Tribute Big Chief Donald Harrison Sr. - Guardians of the Flame] Standout 6:13
- 6 On to New Orleans [Runnin' in 7's Redux] 3:19
- 7 End Simulation 3:29
- 8 Ashé Chief Donald [Tribute Big Chief Donald Harrison Jr. - Congo Square Nation] 2:31
- 9 Golden Crown [Chief Xian aTunde Adjuah - Xodokan Nation] 3:56
- 10 Bark Out Thunder Roar Out Lightning [Duo] 5:15
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