Blasé
Archie Shepp · 1969
40 min · 5 tracks · post-bop
A vibrant fusion of avant-garde jazz and soul, blending haunting melodies with intricate improvisation.
Why this album works
'Blasé' is significant for its exploration of social themes through jazz, reflecting the civil rights movement's impact on music. It received critical acclaim at the time and has been recognized as a key recording in Shepp's discography, cementing his reputation as a vital voice in jazz.
- Best for
- steady melodic explorations throughout rich emotional depth in tracks immersive listening for introspection
- Context
- Released in 1969, 'Blasé' marks Archie Shepp's fifth studio album during a period when he was gaining prominence in the avant-garde jazz scene. Following his influential work on 'Fire Music', this album showcases his artistic evolution into more complex and emotionally charged compositions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Diana Ross· Christina Aguilera· Bob Dylan· Prince· Frank Zappa· George Benson· Aretha Franklin· Barbra Streisand
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 My Angel Standout 10:06
- 2 Blasé Standout 10:22
- 3 There Is a Balm in Gilead 5:56
- 4 Sophisticated Lady Standout 5:08
- 5 Touareg 9:13
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