Ghost Town
Bill Frisell · 2000
62 min · 16 tracks · post-bop · progressive jazz
A reflective journey through Americana, blending jazz improvisation with haunting melodies and rich emotional depth.
Why this album works
'Ghost Town' received praise for its innovative approach to blending genres and was recognized for pushing the boundaries of traditional jazz. The album helped solidify Frisell's reputation as a pioneering artist in the post-bop scene, influencing subsequent musicians seeking to merge diverse musical styles.
- Best for
- reflective journeys through nostalgia dynamic peaks and valleys haunting melodies for quiet moments
- Context
- By the time 'Ghost Town' was released in 2000, Bill Frisell had established himself as a distinctive voice in jazz, following the critical success of his album 'Good Dog, Happy Man' in 1999. This release marked a continuation of his exploration into American roots music while showcasing his evolving style that intertwined jazz, folk, and avant-garde elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Prince· Christina Aguilera· Madonna· Ricky Martin· Cher· No Doubt· Harry Nilsson· Alanis Morissette
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tell Your Ma, Tell Your Pa 5:18
- 2 Ghost Town/Poem for Eva Standout 6:33
- 3 Wildwood Flower 6:28
- 4 Creep 0:46
- 5 Variation on a Theme 5:44
- 6 Follow Your Heart 5:10
- 7 I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry Standout 3:27
- 8 What a World Standout 5:00
- 9 My Man’s Gone Now 3:14
- 10 Outlaw 3:20
- 11 When I Fall in Love 2:30
- 12 Big Bob 2:48
- 13 Winter Always Turns to Spring 5:33
- 14 Justice and Honor 4:02
- 15 Fingers Snappin’ and Toes Tappin’ 0:50
- 16 Under a Golden Sky 2:04
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