Complicité cover

Complicité

Marilyn Crispell · 2001

164 min · 19 tracks · jazz

A labyrinth of improvisational textures intertwines with haunting melodies and introspective rhythms.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration of soundscapes
  • introspective rhythms for deep focus
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • immersive sessions for reflection

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek quick, catchy tunes

Where this album fits

Career 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
Cecil Taylor· Paul Bley· Annette Peacock

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 5:33
  • 2 Triplos Part I 14:36
  • 3 Gesture Without Plot 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

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata