Complicité
Marilyn Crispell · 2001
164 min · 19 tracks · jazz
A labyrinth of improvisational textures intertwines with haunting melodies and introspective rhythms.
Why this album works
'Complicité' is notable for its deep exploration of improvisation and has contributed significantly to the avant-garde jazz movement. The album received critical acclaim for its innovative approach, with features in various jazz publications that highlighted Crispell's unique ability to blend complex structures with spontaneous creativity.
- Best for
- dynamic exploration of soundscapes introspective rhythms for deep focus wave-like pacing with peaks
- Context
- In 2001, Marilyn Crispell was already an established figure in the avant-garde jazz scene, having gained recognition through her collaborations with artists like Anthony Braxton. 'Complicité' marked a continuation of her exploration into free-form jazz and improvisation, following her acclaimed album 'Vignettes' released in 1997. This release further solidified her voice as a distinctive pianist within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Diana Ross· Madonna· Prince· Christina Aguilera· Chicago· Frank Zappa· Bob Dylan· Barbra Streisand
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Won 10:09
- 2 To 6:43
- 3 Toon 5:11
- 4 Free 10:11
- 5 Foremost 9:14
Disc 2
- 1 Prayer Standout 5:33
- 2 Triplos Part I Standout 14:36
- 3 Gesture Without Plot Standout 9:24
- 4 Paris 9:38
- 5 Triplos Part II.a 6:15
- 6 Silence 2:40
- 7 Triplos Part II.b 3:49
- 8 Not 1:27
- 9 Triplos Part II.c 5:06
Disc 3
- 1 Congress 34:45
- 2 Gone 1:44
- 3 Meaning 16:29
- 4 For Folk 4:30
- 5 James 6:46
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