I Plan to Stay a Believer
William Parker · 2010
139 min · 11 tracks · free jazz
Explorative free jazz intertwines with poignant social commentary, creating a vibrant tapestry of sound and thought.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with peaks
- thought-provoking social commentary
- immersive long-form exploration
- wave-like pacing and flow
- reflective moments of introspection
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer quick, catchy tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'I Plan to Stay a Believer' was released in 2010, William Parker was already an established figure in the avant-garde jazz scene, renowned for his contributions as a bassist and composer. This album followed his prolific period of collaboration and experimentation, marking his continued exploration of themes surrounding identity and community.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David S. Ware· Matthew Shipp· Sun Ra
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 I Plan to Stay a Believer 12:52
- 2 If There’s a Hell Below 21:27
- 3 We the People Who Are Darker Than Blue 17:43
- 4 I’m So Proud / Ya He Yey Ya 15:19
- 5 This Is My Country 5:44
Disc 2
- 1 People Get Ready / The Inside Song 14:38
- 2 This Is My Country 10:56
- 3 It’s Alright 5:13
- 4 Move On Up 17:27
- 5 Freddie’s Dead 11:26
- 6 New World Order 6:59
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