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Released 30 years ago

Five

Dave Douglas · 1996

59 min · 10 tracks · jazz

A complex interplay of avant-garde jazz, featuring intricate arrangements and a deep emotional resonance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration of sound
  • wave-like pacing with contrasts
  • headphone detail hunting
  • deep emotional resonance throughout

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking straightforward, catchy tunes
  • prefer predictable song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1996, Dave Douglas was establishing himself as a leading figure in the avant-garde jazz scene, following his breakthrough album 'Parallel Worlds' in 1995. 'Five' showcases his growing creative ambition, incorporating tributes to influential jazz musicians while expanding his sonic palette.
Stylistic neighbors
Chris Potter· Avishai Cohen· Maria Schneider

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Invasive Procedure 0:41
  • 2 Mirrors (for Steve Lacy) 2:56
  • 3 Going, Going (for Wayne Shorter) 5:40
  • 4 Seven (for Mark Dresser) 8:54
  • 5 Who Knows 4:35
  • 6 The Inflated Tear 6:16
  • 7 Actualities (for Woody Shaw) 13:31
  • 8 Knit Brow 0:55
  • 9 Over Farrell's (for John Cage) 8:04
  • 10 Mogador (for John Zorn) 8:10

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