Fight Against Babylon
Jamie Saft · 2011
64 min · 9 tracks · jazz
A fusion of dub, jazz, and electronic textures that creates a hypnotic soundscape of deep grooves and spiritual resonance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Slow Down Furry Dub — This track introduces the album's signature sound with its layered rhythms and complex arrangements, setting the tone for the explorative journey ahead.
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Hear I Jah — With its extended improvisational sections, this track exemplifies Saft's mastery of blending spiritual themes with intricate musical dialogue, making it a centerpiece of the album.
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Fire Blaze — This track combines powerful bass lines with frenetic energy, showcasing the album's dynamic range while reinforcing its thematic connection to resistance and empowerment.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- hypnotic rhythms for deep focus
- meditative soundscapes for relaxation
- patient exploration of themes
- immersive listening for introspection
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer upbeat, fast tempos
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2011, Fight Against Babylon marks Jamie Saft's continued evolution as an artist, following his acclaimed album, The New Standard. At this point in his career, Saft was gaining recognition for blending genres and pushing boundaries within the jazz and electronic music scenes, establishing himself as a unique voice in contemporary music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Matthew Shipp· Craig Taborn· Jason Moran
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Slow Down Furry Dub 6:58
- 2 Niceness 5:44
- 3 The Red Dies 7:15
- 4 Gates 4:59
- 5 Hear I Jah 9:35
- 6 Ishense 5:21
- 7 Lost Dub 8:45
- 8 Fire Blaze 9:44
- 9 Ina Sade Dub (Christian Castagno Dub) 5:46
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