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Filmworks XIII: Invitation to a Suicide

John Zorn · 2002

57 min · 18 tracks · avant-garde jazz

An intricate tapestry of avant-garde jazz motifs, woven with a sense of dark humor and existential contemplation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with surprises
  • dark humor in existential themes
  • intricate motifs for deep listening
  • short tracks for focused exploration

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, upbeat music
  • seek immediate gratification in sound

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Filmworks XIII: Invitation to a Suicide' was released in 2002, John Zorn had firmly established himself as a pivotal figure in avant-garde music. This album marked his continued exploration of film scoring and thematic compositions following his diverse projects from the 1990s, showcasing his unique blend of styles and innovative approaches to sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Mike Patton· The Thing· Merzbow

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Invitation to a Suicide 4:39
  • 2 Suicide Waltz 4:24
  • 3 Shifting Sands 4:15
  • 4 East Greenpoint Rundown 4:10
  • 5 Time Twist 3:40
  • 6 The Suicide Kid 4:10
  • 7 Billet Doux 1:44
  • 8 Suicide Blues, Part 1 4:16
  • 9 Trance Dance 3:16
  • 10 Lonely Are the Dumb 2:47
  • 11 Moon Moods 1:59
  • 12 Bugsy's Jazztet 2:15
  • 13 Suicide Blues, Part 2 3:45
  • 14 Roary's Waltz 2:57
  • 15 Getting Suicidal 1:40
  • 16 Final Retribution 2:51
  • 17 Aftermath 3:10
  • 18 Unjust Reward 1:35

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