Leosia cover

Leosia

Tomasz Stańko · 1997

62 min · 10 tracks · free jazz

A rich tapestry of free jazz where haunting melodies intertwine with complex improvisational layers.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • atmospheric background focus
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1997, 'Leosia' marked Tomasz Stańko's exploration of more abstract soundscapes, following his acclaimed album 'From Dawn to Dusk' in 1996. At this point, Stańko had established himself as a significant figure in European jazz, and this album further cemented his reputation for innovation within the genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Marilyn Crispell· Paul Bley· Don Cherry

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Morning Heavy Song 6:45
  • 2 Die Weisheit von le Comte Lautréamont 6:11
  • 3 A Farewell to Maria 7:42
  • 4 Brace 4:10
  • 5 Trinity 5:05
  • 6 Forlorn Walk 2:12
  • 7 Hungry Howl 9:53
  • 8 No Bass Trio 6:02
  • 9 Euforila 5:06
  • 10 Leosia 9:22

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