Leucocyte
Esbjörn Svensson Trio · 2008
68 min · 10 tracks · jazz
A profound exploration of jazz textures, blending improvisation with contemplative melodies and intricate rhythms.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- contemplative and introspective moods
- dynamic emotional journeys
- layered, dense sonic textures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Leucocyte' was released in September 2008, the Esbjörn Svensson Trio was at their creative peak, following the success of their previous albums like 'Strange Place for Snow' (2002). This album came shortly before the untimely death of pianist Esbjörn Svensson in 2008, marking a poignant moment in their discography as it showcases their innovative approach to jazz in an experimental framework.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Brad Mehldau· Tord Gustavsen· Hiatus Kaiyote
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Decade 1:16
- 2 Premonition: I. Earth 17:06
- 3 Premonition: II. Contorted 6:17
- 4 Jazz 4:16
- 5 Still 9:55
- 6 Ajar 1:43
- 7 Leucocyte: I. Ab initio 8:50
- 8 Leucocyte: II. Ad interim 1:00
- 9 Leucocyte: III. Ad mortem 13:07
- 10 Leucocyte: IV. Ad infinitum 4:38
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