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Celestial Weather

Wadada Leo Smith · 2015

11 min · 9 tracks · jazz

A kaleidoscopic journey through improvisational soundscapes reflecting the elements of nature and the cosmos.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • fragmented explorations of sound
  • short bursts of improvisation
  • nature-inspired sonic landscapes
  • kaleidoscopic auditory experiences

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer structured, lengthy pieces
  • seek straightforward melodic lines

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Celestial Weather' was released in 2015, Wadada Leo Smith had already established himself as a leading voice in avant-garde jazz. This album came on the heels of his previous works that explored deep emotional and political themes, marking a continued evolution in his artistic expression as he moved into more abstract territories.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Malachi Favors Maghostut -- A Monarch Of Creative Music: Part I
  • 2 Malachi Favors Maghostut -- A Monarch Of Creative Music: Part II
  • 3 Celestial Weather Suite: Cyclone
  • 4 Celestial Weather Suite: Hurricane
  • 5 Celestial Weather Suite: Icy Fog
  • 6 Celestial Weather Suite: Typhoon
  • 7 Celestial Weather Suite: Tornado
  • 8 Feathers And Earth: Part I
  • 9 Feathers And Earth: Part II 11:20

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