Fly! Fly! Fly! Fly! Fly!
Cecil Taylor · 1981
47 min · 8 tracks · jazz
An intricate tapestry of dissonance and rhythm, infused with the raw energy of avant-garde jazz improvisation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Astar — This track exemplifies Taylor's complex interplay between melody and rhythm, showcasing his virtuosic piano technique alongside an expansive sonic palette.
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The Stele Stolen and Broken Is Reclaimed — With its lengthy exploration of themes through sound, this piece highlights Taylor's ability to create profound emotional landscapes using unconventional structures.
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Rocks Sub Amba — This track represents the culmination of the album's adventurous spirit, blending intense improvisation with intricate rhythmic patterns that challenge traditional jazz forms.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- dynamic exploration of sound
- intense improvisation and complexity
- headphone detail hunting experience
Maybe skip if you
- seeking straightforward melodies
- prefer predictable song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1981, Cecil Taylor was an established figure in avant-garde jazz, having released over a dozen albums since his debut in the late 1950s. 'Fly! Fly! Fly! Fly! Fly!' came during a prolific period, following his critically acclaimed work 'The Image of Life' from 1976, showcasing his continued evolution as a composer and pianist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sun Ra· Ornette Coleman· Anthony Braxton
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 T (Beautiful Young’n) 0:53
- 2 Astar 6:09
- 3 Ensaslayi 7:54
- 4 I (Sister Young’n) 2:23
- 5 Corn in Sun + T (Moon) 6:15
- 6 The Stele Stolen and Broken Is Reclaimed 9:23
- 7 N + R (Love Is Friends) 4:02
- 8 Rocks Sub Amba 10:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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