Filmworks XVI: Workingman's Death
John Zorn · 2005
61 min · 12 tracks · avant-garde jazz
An evocative soundscape blending avant-garde jazz textures with haunting minimalist motifs.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic exploration of soundscapes haunting minimalist motifs throughout evocative peaks and valleys
- Context
- In 2005, John Zorn was already an established figure in avant-garde music, known for his eclectic style and prolific output. 'Filmworks XVI: Workingman's Death' arrived during a period of intense creativity, following his previous film score works and contributing to his exploration of cinematic sound.
- If you like
- avant-garde jazz
Filmworks XVI: Workingman's Death is an album by John Zorn, released in 2005. An evocative soundscape blending avant-garde jazz textures with haunting minimalist motifs. This album is significant as it showcases Zorn's ability to blend diverse musical elements into cohesive scores, receiving critical acclaim for its innovative approach. It further solidified his reputation within the avant-garde scene and has influenced contemporary composers in film scoring. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Filmworks XVI: Workingman's Death sound like?
An evocative soundscape blending avant-garde jazz textures with haunting minimalist motifs. Rooted in avant-garde jazz.
What makes Filmworks XVI: Workingman's Death by John Zorn notable?
This album is significant as it showcases Zorn's ability to blend diverse musical elements into cohesive scores, receiving critical acclaim for its innovative approach. It further solidified his reputation within the avant-garde scene and has influenced contemporary composers in film scoring. In 2005, John Zorn was already an established figure in avant-garde music, known for his eclectic style and prolific output. 'Filmworks XVI: Workingman's Death' arrived during a period of intense creativity, following his previous film score works and contributing to his exploration of cinematic sound.
Who is Filmworks XVI: Workingman's Death for?
Filmworks XVI: Workingman's Death works well if you're into dynamic exploration of soundscapes, haunting minimalist motifs throughout and evocative peaks and valleys.
How many songs are on Filmworks XVI: Workingman's Death?
Filmworks XVI: Workingman's Death has 12 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gadani Slipway Standout 9:01
- 2 Juju 6:14
- 3 Sulphur Mining 6:29
- 4 Horn Carrier 3:16
- 5 Atmosphere 2:13
- 6 The Miners 3:05
- 7 Steel Foundry Standout 6:01
- 8 Word Trance 3:20
- 9 Ghost Ship 2:51
- 10 Dark Caves 3:17
- 11 Slaughterhouse Standout 9:09
- 12 Guitar Juju 6:19
Release Date
April 26, 2005
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
61 min 22 sec
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