Cobra: John Zorn's Game Pieces Volume 2 cover

Cobra: John Zorn's Game Pieces Volume 2

John Zorn · 2002

70 min · 9 tracks · avant-garde jazz

A labyrinthine exploration of avant-garde jazz marked by spontaneous improvisation and intricate textures.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration of soundscapes
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • intricate textures for deep listening
  • spontaneous improvisation encourages discovery

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, catchy tunes
  • seek predictable song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Cobra: John Zorn's Game Pieces Volume 2' was released in 2002, John Zorn had established himself as a leading figure in avant-garde music. This album followed his innovative 'Game Pieces' approach, which encouraged improvisation within structured frameworks, showcasing his unique compositional style and deep engagement with various musical traditions.
Stylistic neighbors
Mike Patton· The Thing· Merzbow

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Pendet 4:49
  • 2 Tabanan 10:48
  • 3 Uluwati 7:28
  • 4 Tamangiri 7:51
  • 5 Paras 6:07
  • 6 Sangeh 11:27
  • 7 Penganggahan 10:44
  • 8 Raksasa 4:44
  • 9 Goa Gajah 6:50

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata