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Bob's Pink Cadillac

William Parker · 2002

130 min · 9 tracks · free jazz

A sprawling exploration of free jazz, blending improvisation with complex, layered compositions that challenge conventional boundaries.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration of soundscapes
  • wave-like pacing with resolution
  • immersive headphone listening experience
  • deep focus for reflective moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking quick, catchy tunes
  • prefer structured, predictable formats

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2002, William Parker was an established figure in the free jazz scene, known for his innovative bass playing and collaborations. 'Bob's Pink Cadillac' followed his acclaimed works and further solidified his reputation as a leader in avant-garde jazz, showcasing his unique compositional style and improvisational prowess.
Stylistic neighbors
David S. Ware· Matthew Shipp· Sun Ra

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Bob’s Pink Cadillac 13:54
  • 2 Overcoat in the River 10:39
  • 3 Blue Flower 18:26
  • 4 Fence in the Snow 28:43

Disc 2

  • 1 Ebony Fantasy I 14:40
  • 2 Ebony Fantasy II 13:48
  • 3 Ebony Fantasy III 9:53
  • 4 Ebony Fantasy IV 11:44
  • 5 Ebony Fantasy V 8:37

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata