Heaven & Hell
Joe Jackson · 1997
50 min · 8 tracks · jazz · new wave · punk
A sophisticated blend of orchestral arrangements and pop sensibilities that explores the duality of existence.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing with gradual builds
- orchestral arrangements for deep focus
- thoughtful listening during quiet moments
- exploration of duality in themes
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking fast-paced instant gratification
- prefer standalone tracks over cohesion
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1997, 'Heaven & Hell' marked Joe Jackson's return after a five-year hiatus following the album 'Night and Day II'. This project showcased his artistic evolution, incorporating classical elements alongside jazz and pop influences, reflecting his willingness to experiment while maintaining commercial appeal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Elvis Costello· Squeeze· The Police
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Prelude (feat. violin: Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg) 2:59
- 2 Fugue 1 / More Is More 5:32
- 3 Angel (feat. vocal: Dawn Upshaw, vocal: Suzanne Vega, violin: Mary Rowell, viola: Allison Cornell & congos and bongos: Sue Hadjopoulos) 7:10
- 4 Tuzla (feat. vocal: Joy Askew, vocal: Dawn Upshaw & Radio Croatia and the Avatar Rainbow Coalition) 7:37
- 5 Passacaglia / A Bud and a Slice (feat. vocal: Brad Roberts & Judy LeClair) 8:38
- 6 Right (feat. drums: Dan Hickey, drums: Kenny Aronoff & plastic bucket: Jared Crawford) 4:41
- 7 The Bridge (feat. vocal: Jane Siberry & congos and bongos: Sue Hadjopoulos) 5:59
- 8 Fugue 2 / Song of Daedalus (feat. violin: Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg) 7:55
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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