Domino
Rahsaan Roland Kirk · 1962
79 min · 25 tracks · jazz
A vibrant tapestry of hard bop and swing, punctuated by Kirk's signature multi-instrumental mastery and soulful improvisation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Domino — The title track encapsulates the album's essence, blending catchy melodies with intricate rhythms that highlight Kirk's inventive approach to composition.
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Meeting on Termini’s Corner — This piece showcases Kirk's playful yet profound storytelling through music, intertwining complex rhythmic patterns with expressive solos that captivate listeners.
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I Believe in You — Kirk's rendition breathes new life into this classic standard with his distinctive phrasing and emotional depth, illustrating his ability to merge traditional jazz with personal expression.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- vibrant improvisation for curious listeners
- short bursts of energetic expression
- headphone detail hunting in layers
- playful interactions among multiple instruments
- engaging rhythms for social settings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, cohesive narratives
- seek straightforward, predictable structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1962, Domino was Rahsaan Roland Kirk’s fourth studio album, showcasing his unique style at a time when he was gaining recognition as an innovative force within jazz. By this point in his career, Kirk had begun to establish himself not just as a virtuoso saxophonist but also as a charismatic live performer, known for his ability to play multiple instruments simultaneously.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Charles Mingus· Sun Ra· Ornette Coleman
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Meeting on Termini’s Corner
The bridge introduces a sudden shift in tempo and texture, contrasting the earlier sections with a burst of frenetic energy and layered instrumentation.
This structural surprise not only elevates the track but also showcases Kirk’s innovative compositional techniques, moving beyond traditional song forms.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Domino 3:16
- 2 Meeting on Termini’s Corner 3:41
- 3 Time 3:13
- 4 Lament 3:40
- 5 A Stritch in Time 5:06
- 6 3-in-1 Without the Oil 2:35
- 7 Get Out of Town 4:49
- 8 Rolando 3:47
- 9 I Believe in You 4:26
- 10 E.D. 2:36
- 11 Where Monk and Mingus Live / Let’s Call This 4:12
- 12 Domino (alternate version) 4:07
- 13 I Didn’t Know What Time It Was 3:15
- 14 I Didn’t Know What Time It Was (2) 2:18
- 15 I Didn’t Know What Time It Was (3) 2:21
- 16 Someone to Watch Over Me (breakdown take) 2:37
- 17 Someone to Watch Over Me 3:38
- 18 Termini’s Corner 2:35
- 19 Termini’s Corner (2) 2:28
- 20 Termini’s Corner (3) 2:45
- 21 Termini’s Corner (breakdown take and intercuts) 4:10
- 22 When the Sun Comes Out 2:48
- 23 When the Sun Comes Out (2) 2:05
- 24 When the Sun Comes Out (3) 2:44
- 25 Time Races With Emit 0:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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