Cosmos
McCoy Tyner · 1976
79 min · 8 tracks · post-bop · ethno jazz · progressive jazz
A cosmic fusion of progressive jazz rhythms and world music influences creates a transcendent listening experience.
Why this album works
'Cosmos' is notable for its ambitious blend of jazz with global musical influences, impacting the ethno-jazz movement that would gain traction in the late 1970s. The album received critical acclaim and helped solidify Tyner's reputation as a pioneering artist who expanded the boundaries of jazz during this period.
- Best for
- gradual build to emotional peak immersive journey through soundscapes reflective listening for deep thoughts
- Context
- By the time 'Cosmos' was released in January 1976, McCoy Tyner had already established himself as a prominent figure in jazz, known for his work with the John Coltrane Quartet. This album followed his acclaimed records 'Enlightenment' and 'Sahara,' showcasing Tyner's evolution into incorporating broader world music elements while maintaining his signature post-bop style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bob Dylan· Miles Davis· Thelonious Monk· Diana Ross· Aretha Franklin· Dave Brubeck· Ella Fitzgerald· Barbra Streisand
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Song for My Lady Standout 7:30
- 2 Cosmos Standout 9:00
- 3 Shaken, but Not Forsaken 11:30
- 4 Vibration Blues 8:40
Disc 2
- 1 Forbidden Land 13:50
- 2 Planet X 7:40
- 3 Asian Lullaby Standout 7:27
- 4 Hope 14:14
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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