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Leap

Drop Trio · 2004

61 min · 14 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of intricate jazz improvisation with playful, experimental textures and dynamic rhythms.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • long immersive listening sessions
  • wave-like pacing experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2004, 'Leap' marked Drop Trio's debut album, establishing the trio's unique blend of jazz and progressive elements. At this point, they were emerging from their local Houston scene and beginning to gain national attention for their innovative approach to instrumental music.
Stylistic neighbors
Sun Ra· Charles Mingus· Hiromi Uehara

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Leap 5:55
  • 2 The Big S.O. 3:02
  • 3 Mothership 6:31
  • 4 Because Rifles Are Huge 5:57
  • 5 Anapodyopsis 6:15
  • 6 Washington's Armies 4:58
  • 7 Tethered 5:36
  • 8 Ooog Baby 4:18
  • 9 The Elements of Argument 5:47
  • 10 Two Words: Sound 2:17
  • 11 Robot Suit: I 2:20
  • 12 Robot Suit: II 3:51
  • 13 Robot Suit: III 3:02
  • 14 Leapt 1:32

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