Break Stuff
Vijay Iyer · 2015
70 min · 12 tracks · jazz · progressive jazz
A sprawling exploration of rhythm and melody that balances intricate improvisation with lyrical beauty.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic progression with peaks
- intricate improvisation exploration
- wave-like pacing and flow
- thoughtful afternoon listening
- lyrical beauty in rhythms
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Vijay Iyer released 'Break Stuff' in 2015, he was already an acclaimed figure in the jazz world, known for his innovative approach to composition and performance. This album followed his breakout release, 'Accelerando' (2012), which won critical acclaim and positioned him as a leading voice in contemporary jazz.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jason Moran· Tigran Hamasyan· Kneebody
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Starlings 3:52
- 2 Chorale 4:35
- 3 Diptych 6:47
- 4 Hood 6:10
- 5 Work 6:14
- 6 Taking Flight 7:15
- 7 Blood Count 4:34
- 8 Break Stuff 5:26
- 9 Mystery Woman 6:21
- 10 Geese 6:38
- 11 Countdown 5:57
- 12 Wrens 6:47
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