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Closer to the Ground

Fred Frith · 2018

50 min · 9 tracks · jazz fusion

A meditative blend of experimental jazz and rock, weaving intricate textures with introspective melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with introspective moments
  • meditative atmosphere for deep listening
  • consistent progression towards emotional climax
  • reflective soundscapes for quiet evenings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, energetic tracks
  • enjoy standalone hits over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2018, 'Closer to the Ground' marks Fred Frith's continued exploration of free improvisation and avant-garde music after his earlier works in the 2000s. This album follows his deep engagement with collaborative projects, highlighting his evolution as a solo artist while still incorporating rich ensemble dynamics.
Stylistic neighbors
Henry Cow· Robert Wyatt· Can

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Bones to Pick with Graveyards 5:16
  • 2 Alle planmässigen Ziele werden erreicht 5:06
  • 3 In the Grip of It 4:56
  • 4 Ruhebereich 6:23
  • 5 Stars like Trees 5:55
  • 6 A Path Made by Walking 6:49
  • 7 Betting on the World 2:39
  • 8 Love and Other Embers 7:34
  • 9 Up in Smoke 6:18

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