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.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its innovative sound, contributing to the genre of ambient jazz, which would influence a range of artists in both the jazz and electronic music scenes. It received positive critical reception and solidified Hassell's role as a visionary composer whose work bridges cultural and musical boundaries.
- Best for
- meditative soundscapes for reflection wave-like pacing encourages immersion dreamlike atmosphere for relaxation
- 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
- Sun Ra· Charles Mingus· Albert Mangelsdorff
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Aurora Standout 5:22
- 2 Time and Place 3:48
- 3 Abu Gil Standout 13:04
- 4 Last Night the Moon Came Standout 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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