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Last Night the Moon Came Dropping Its Clothes in the Street

Jon Hassell · 2008

63 min · 10 tracks · jazz

A meditative blend of ambient textures and jazz harmonies that evokes a dreamlike atmosphere.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • meditative soundscapes for reflection
  • wave-like pacing encourages immersion
  • dreamlike atmosphere for relaxation
  • explorative listening with dynamic shifts
  • background ambiance for creative work

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking immediate musical gratification
  • prefer standalone tracks over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Last Night the Moon Came Dropping Its Clothes in the Street' was released in 2008, Jon Hassell was already an established figure in the avant-garde music scene, known for his pioneering work in blending jazz with world music influences. This album marked a continuation of his exploration into sonic landscapes, following the acclaimed 'Dream Theory in Malaya' from 1981 and showcasing his evolution as an artist over nearly three decades.
Stylistic neighbors
Tangerine Dream· Brian Eno· Ryuichi Sakamoto

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Aurora 5:22
  • 2 Time and Place 3:48
  • 3 Abu Gil 13:04
  • 4 Last Night the Moon Came 11:15
  • 5 Clairvoyance 1:05
  • 6 Courtrais 5:44
  • 7 Scintilla 0:50
  • 8 Northline 6:43
  • 9 Blue Period 7:58
  • 10 Light on Water 7:59

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