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Horizon

Sun Ra · 1973

51 min · 7 tracks · jazz fusion · swing · free jazz

A cosmic journey through avant-garde jazz that melds improvisation with space-themed narratives and intricate rhythms.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • cosmic exploration of soundscapes
  • gradual build to expansive climax
  • immersive journey through improvisation
  • deep listening for intricate rhythms

Maybe skip if you want

  • dislike lengthy, evolving tracks
  • prefer straightforward, immediate music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1973, 'Horizon' marks a period of prolific output for Sun Ra, following his influential album 'Space is the Place' from 1973. At this time, he was solidifying his reputation as a pioneering figure in avant-garde jazz and expanding his exploration of cosmic themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Ornette Coleman· Pharoah Sanders· Albert Ayler

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Starwatchers
  • 2 Discipline 2 5:28
  • 3 Shadow World 16:42
  • 4 Third Planet 6:44
  • 5 Space is the Place 6:09
  • 6 Horizon 5:31
  • 7 Discipline 8 11:22

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata