Elpmas
Moondog · 1992
71 min · 11 tracks · avant-garde jazz
An immersive blend of ritualistic percussion, environmental sounds, and avant-garde jazz that transports the listener to surreal landscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wind River Powwow — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its vibrant rhythms and evocative use of Native American musical elements, drawing listeners into Moondog's world.
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Cosmic Meditation — At over twenty-four minutes long, this piece exemplifies Moondog's mastery of extended forms, inviting deep introspection through its layered textures and meditative pacing.
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Suite Equestria — This track seamlessly weaves together various motifs and styles, showcasing Moondog's ability to blend orchestral arrangements with avant-garde jazz sensibilities.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- immersive soundscapes for contemplation
- environmental sounds for relaxation
- circular rhythms for meditative focus
- surreal landscapes to explore
- lengthy tracks for deep listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer concise, upbeat tracks
- seek traditional song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1992, Moondog had already established a unique identity as an outsider artist and composer, but 'Elpmas' marked a significant return after a lengthy hiatus since his last album in 1974. This release showcased his continued evolution in blending minimalist music with jazz influences, reinforcing his status as a pioneer in experimental soundscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Harry Partch· John Cage· Terry Riley
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wind River Powwow 7:12
- 2 Westward Ho! 5:59
- 3 Suite Equestria 7:14
- 4 Marimba Mondo 1: The Rain Forest 5:32
- 5 Fujiyama 1 4:43
- 6 Marimba Mondo 2: Seascape of the Whales 5:50
- 7 Fujiyama 2 5:01
- 8 Bird of Paradise 2:39
- 9 The Message 1:00
- 10 Introduction and Overtone Continuum 2:25
- 11 Cosmic Meditation 24:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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