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Laughing Water

Jazz Is Dead · 1999

62 min · 8 tracks · rock music

A vibrant blend of jazz-infused rock that weaves together intricate melodies and improvisational spirit.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Here Comes Sunshine — This track exemplifies the album's spirit with its extended jam sections that allow each musician to showcase their improvisational skills while maintaining a cohesive sound.
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    Eyes of the World — A highlight that merges complex rhythmic structures with melodic richness, demonstrating the band's ability to fuse jazz sensibilities with rock energy seamlessly.
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    Weather Report Suite, Part 2: Let It Grow — This track serves as a poignant reminder of the band's roots while showcasing layered instrumentation and emotional depth, embodying their unique style.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Stella Blue

    The vocals shift from hopeful reflections to a sense of resignation captures a deep emotional evolution within the song.

    This transition marks a pivotal change in tone, emphasizing the complexities of longing and acceptance through its lyrical progression.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodleoo 6:06
  • 2 Let Me Sing Your Blues Away 5:50
  • 3 Row Jimmy 7:53
  • 4 Stella Blue 7:07
  • 5 Here Comes Sunshine 13:02
  • 6 Eyes of the World 10:08
  • 7 Weather Report Suite, Part 1 5:26
  • 8 Weather Report Suite, Part 2: Let It Grow 7:11

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