Fly! Fly! Fly! Fly! Fly!
Cecil Taylor · 1981
47 min · 8 tracks · jazz · avant-garde music
A whirlwind of avant-garde jazz, where frenetic piano improvisations entwine with complex rhythms and ethereal textures.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its bold exploration of rhythm and structure, showcasing Taylor's unique approach to piano improvisation. It received positive critical reception, marking Taylor's continued relevance in a genre that often sidelined innovative voices by the early 1980s.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks dynamic exploration of sound intense improvisation and complexity
- Context
- By 1981, Cecil Taylor was an established figure in the avant-garde jazz scene, having released several influential albums since his debut in the 1950s. 'Fly! Fly! Fly! Fly! Fly!' followed his critically acclaimed works such as 'Unit Structures' (1966) and 'Conquistador!' (1966), further solidifying his reputation as a pioneering force in free jazz and experimental music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bob Dylan· John Coltrane· Diana Ross· Thelonious Monk· Barbra Streisand· Christina Aguilera· Prince· Miles Davis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 T (Beautiful Young’n) 0:53
- 2 Astar Standout 6:09
- 3 Ensaslayi 7:54
- 4 I (Sister Young’n) 2:23
- 5 Corn in Sun + T (Moon) Standout 6:15
- 6 The Stele Stolen and Broken Is Reclaimed Standout 9:23
- 7 N + R (Love Is Friends) 4:02
- 8 Rocks Sub Amba 10:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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