Filmworks 1986–1990
John Zorn · 1991
68 min · 32 tracks · avant-garde jazz
Experimental soundscapes weave through cinematic motifs, blending avant-garde jazz with evocative storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic exploration of soundscapes
- evocative storytelling through music
- wave-like pacing with surprises
- short pieces for focused listening
- immersive experience for film lovers
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Filmworks 1986–1990' was released in 1991, John Zorn had established himself as a key figure in avant-garde music. This album followed his critically acclaimed works and was part of his broader exploration of film scoring, showcasing his innovative approach to composition during a prolific period of creativity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mike Patton· The Thing· Merzbow
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Main Title 0:58
- 2 Homecoming 1:19
- 3 The Heist 3:24
- 4 Meat Dream 1:20
- 5 Phone Call 0:51
- 6 End Title 2:03
- 7 Fanfare 0:31
- 8 Theme 3:02
- 9 Jazz 1 2:54
- 10 Horror Organ 1:07
- 11 Mexico 1:56
- 12 Mood 3:18
- 13 Rockabilly 2:02
- 14 Slow 2:46
- 15 Jazz Oboes 2:25
- 16 The Golden Boat (Turntable mix) 3:00
- 17 End Titles 2:58
- 18 The Good, the Bad and the Ugly 1:07
- 19 Main Title 1:04
- 20 Swirling Shot 1:22
- 21 Homecoming 3:24
- 22 Catalina Flash 0:29
- 23 Seduction 4:57
- 24 Sex Shop Boogaloo 2:49
- 25 Catalina Escapes 1:11
- 26 Worms 1:05
- 27 Death Waltz Fantasy 1:26
- 28 Following Sequence 3:07
- 29 Movie Set 1:20
- 30 Climax 2:56
- 31 Going to Dinner 2:42
- 32 End Titles 3:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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