Emerald Aether: Shape Shifting
Bill Laswell · 2000
49 min · 14 tracks · jazz · dub music
A fluid exploration of sound, merging dub textures with jazz improvisation and ethereal melodies.
Why this album works
- Best for
- fluid exploration of soundscapes dynamic journey with peaks ephemeral moments of reflection
- Context
- By the time 'Emerald Aether: Shape Shifting' was released in 2000, Bill Laswell had established himself as a prolific producer and collaborator. This album came after his notable work on projects like 'Axiom Funk' (1996) and showcased his continued evolution in blending genres, particularly through the incorporation of world music influences.
- If you like
- jazz, dub music
Emerald Aether: Shape Shifting is an album by Bill Laswell, released in 2000. A fluid exploration of sound, merging dub textures with jazz improvisation and ethereal melodies. This album is significant for its innovative fusion of dub and jazz elements, contributing to Laswell's reputation as a genre-defying artist. It received positive critical feedback for its atmospheric compositions, further solidifying Laswell's influence in both the underground and mainstream music scenes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Emerald Aether: Shape Shifting sound like?
A fluid exploration of sound, merging dub textures with jazz improvisation and ethereal melodies. Rooted in jazz and dub music.
What makes Emerald Aether: Shape Shifting by Bill Laswell notable?
This album is significant for its innovative fusion of dub and jazz elements, contributing to Laswell's reputation as a genre-defying artist. It received positive critical feedback for its atmospheric compositions, further solidifying Laswell's influence in both the underground and mainstream music scenes. By the time 'Emerald Aether: Shape Shifting' was released in 2000, Bill Laswell had established himself as a prolific producer and collaborator. This album came after his notable work on projects like 'Axiom Funk' (1996) and showcased his continued evolution in blending genres, particularly through the incorporation of world music influences.
Who is Emerald Aether: Shape Shifting for?
Emerald Aether: Shape Shifting works well if you're into fluid exploration of soundscapes, dynamic journey with peaks and ephemeral moments of reflection.
How many songs are on Emerald Aether: Shape Shifting?
Emerald Aether: Shape Shifting has 14 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 The Wayfaring Stranger Standout 2:49
- 2 The Stride Set 6:45
- 3 The Labouring Man’s Daughter Standout 5:07
- 4 We Dreamed Our Dreams 0:48
- 5 Wendel’s Wedding 3:15
- 6 The Gray Selchie 2:12
- 7 Dark Green 3:59
- 8 Wind Chimes and Nursery Rhymes 2:49
- 9 One, I Love 4:44
- 10 La bruxa 4:34
- 11 The Hare in the Heather 2:32
- 12 Caoineadh na dTrí Muire (Lament of the Three Marys) Standout 3:37
- 13 Slieve Russell, Jimmy Wards J.G. 2:00
- 14 The Beauty Spot 4:19
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