Lathe of Heaven
Mark Turner · 2014
58 min · 6 tracks · jazz
A contemplative blend of intricate melodies and spacious improvisation that invites deep listening and reflection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Lathe of Heaven — The title track encapsulates the album's thematic depth and features complex harmonies that showcase Turner's refined saxophone technique and emotional expression.
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Year of the Rabbit — This track stands out for its expansive improvisational sections, allowing each musician to explore their voice while maintaining a cohesive narrative throughout the piece.
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Sonnet for Stevie — A tribute to Stevie Wonder, this piece seamlessly integrates lyrical phrasing with intricate rhythms, reflecting Turner's ability to honor influences while carving out his own sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases intricate melodies and spacious improvisation, rewarding deep listening.
What we noticed
- The first track features a slow build with layered saxophone lines that gradually introduce the other instruments.
- Improvisation is prominent, with each musician taking extended solos that weave in and out of the main themes.
- The album maintains a consistent mood throughout, with tracks flowing seamlessly into one another without abrupt transitions.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Ethan's Line
The bridge introduces a sudden shift in tempo and mood, contrasting the preceding sections with a more introspective dialogue between instruments.
This structural choice adds an unexpected tension that alters the listener's emotional experience, highlighting Turner's skill in crafting dynamic musical conversations.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lathe of Heaven 6:40
- 2 Year of the Rabbit 12:19
- 3 Ethan's Line 8:01
- 4 The Edenist 8:11
- 5 Sonnet for Stevie 12:57
- 6 Brother Sister 2 10:09
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