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Demon's Dance

Jackie McLean · 1970

36 min · 6 tracks · jazz

A vibrant blend of avant-garde jazz with soulful melodies and complex rhythms that challenge conventional forms.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic development throughout
  • vibrant rhythms inviting engagement
  • immersive listening for focused moments
  • explorative soundscapes with depth

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • dislike complex rhythmic structures

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1970, Jackie McLean had established himself as a prominent figure in jazz, transitioning from hard bop to more avant-garde styles. 'Demon's Dance' is his follow-up to the critically acclaimed album 'Let Freedom Ring' (1965), showcasing his evolution as an artist and his deepening explorations into modal jazz and free improvisation.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Demon's Dance 7:09
  • 2 Toyland 5:23
  • 3 Boo Ann's Grand 6:57
  • 4 Sweet Love Of Mine 6:04
  • 5 Floogeh 5:23
  • 6 Message From Trane 5:29

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