Carry the Day cover

Carry the Day

Henry Threadgill · 1995

37 min · 6 tracks · jazz

A dynamic blend of free jazz and composed structures featuring intricate rhythms and rich textures.

Top tracks — play these first

  • →
    Come Carry the Day — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its complex interplay between instruments, establishing Threadgill’s signature style of blending melodic lines with rhythmic intricacies.
  • →
    Growing a Big Banana — This track stands out for its playful yet sophisticated arrangement, highlighting Threadgill's ability to fuse humor with serious musical exploration.
  • →
    Hyla Crucifer… Silence Of — With its haunting melodies and atmospheric build-up, this piece exemplifies Threadgill’s skill in creating emotive landscapes that invite deep listener engagement.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Come Carry the Day 6:17
  • 2 Growing a Big Banana 3:29
  • 3 Vivjanrondirkski 5:56
  • 4 Between Orchids Lilies Blind Eyes and Cricket 7:48
  • 5 Hyla Crucifer… Silence Of 6:12
  • 6 Jenkins Boys Again, Wish Somebody Die, It’s Hot 7:39

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata