Inner Space
Chick Corea · 1973
75 min · 8 tracks · post-bop · avant-garde jazz
An exploration of avant-garde jazz through intricate melodies and spontaneous improvisations that evoke a cosmic journey.
Why this album works
- Best for
- gradual build to cosmic climax intricate melodies for deep focus spontaneous improvisations for exploration
- Context
- Released in 1973, 'Inner Space' is Chick Corea's fifth studio album, following his acclaimed work with Return to Forever. At this point in his career, Corea was solidifying his status as a leading figure in jazz fusion and avant-garde music, collaborating with diverse musicians and pushing the boundaries of jazz expression.
- If you like
- post-bop, avant-garde jazz
Inner Space is an album by Chick Corea, released in 1973. An exploration of avant-garde jazz through intricate melodies and spontaneous improvisations that evoke a cosmic journey. 'Inner Space' is notable for its innovative compositions that blend jazz with elements of classical and avant-garde music. The album has received critical acclaim for its exploratory nature and is often referenced in discussions about the evolution of jazz fusion, influencing many contemporary jazz artists and movements. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Inner Space sound like?
An exploration of avant-garde jazz through intricate melodies and spontaneous improvisations that evoke a cosmic journey. Rooted in post-bop and avant-garde jazz.
What makes Inner Space by Chick Corea notable?
'Inner Space' is notable for its innovative compositions that blend jazz with elements of classical and avant-garde music. The album has received critical acclaim for its exploratory nature and is often referenced in discussions about the evolution of jazz fusion, influencing many contemporary jazz artists and movements. Released in 1973, 'Inner Space' is Chick Corea's fifth studio album, following his acclaimed work with Return to Forever. At this point in his career, Corea was solidifying his status as a leading figure in jazz fusion and avant-garde music, collaborating with diverse musicians and pushing the boundaries of jazz expression.
Who is Inner Space for?
Inner Space works well if you're into gradual build to cosmic climax, intricate melodies for deep focus and spontaneous improvisations for exploration.
How many songs are on Inner Space?
Inner Space has 8 tracks, running approximately 75 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Straight Up and Down Standout 12:32
- 2 This Is New 7:38
- 3 Tones for Joans Bones 6:05
- 4 Litha Standout 13:29
- 5 Inner Space 9:20
- 6 Windows 8:45
- 7 Guijira Standout 12:18
- 8 Trio for Flute, Bassoon and Piano 5:07
Release Date
January 1, 1973
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
75 min 17 sec
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