Live at Montreux
Sun Ra · 1976
81 min · 14 tracks · jazz fusion · swing · free jazz
An exploratory blend of avant-garde jazz and cosmic themes, pushing the boundaries of traditional jazz forms.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic exploration of soundscapes wave-like pacing with surprises immersive journey through improvisation
- Context
- By 1976, Sun Ra was a prolific force in avant-garde jazz, having released numerous albums since his 1950s debut. 'Live at Montreux' captures a moment when he was fully embracing his space music philosophy while performing at the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival.
- If you like
- jazz fusion, swing, free jazz
Live at Montreux is an album by Sun Ra, released in 1976. An exploratory blend of avant-garde jazz and cosmic themes, pushing the boundaries of traditional jazz forms. This album is significant for showcasing Sun Ra's innovative live performance style and unique approach to jazz, which influenced many future artists in the genre. Its release coincided with a growing recognition of jazz as an art form worthy of high-profile festival stages, contributing to changing perceptions within the music industry. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Live at Montreux sound like?
An exploratory blend of avant-garde jazz and cosmic themes, pushing the boundaries of traditional jazz forms. Rooted in jazz fusion and swing.
What makes Live at Montreux by Sun Ra notable?
This album is significant for showcasing Sun Ra's innovative live performance style and unique approach to jazz, which influenced many future artists in the genre. Its release coincided with a growing recognition of jazz as an art form worthy of high-profile festival stages, contributing to changing perceptions within the music industry. By 1976, Sun Ra was a prolific force in avant-garde jazz, having released numerous albums since his 1950s debut. 'Live at Montreux' captures a moment when he was fully embracing his space music philosophy while performing at the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival.
Who is Live at Montreux for?
Live at Montreux works well if you're into dynamic exploration of soundscapes, wave-like pacing with surprises and immersive journey through improvisation.
How many songs are on Live at Montreux?
Live at Montreux has 14 tracks, running approximately 81 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The World Is Waiting for the Sunrise 2:03
- 2 Of the Other Tomorrow 7:41
- 3 From Out Where Others Dwell 4:31
- 4 On Sound Infinity Spheres 13:26
- 5 The House of Eternal Being 9:31
- 6 Gods of the Thunder Rain 6:54
- 7 Lights on a Satellite 5:11
Disc 2
- 1 Interlude for Take the ''A'' Train 3:50
- 2 Take the ''A'' Train Standout 7:51
- 3 Prelude 3:13
- 4 El Is the Sound of Joy Standout 8:56
- 5 [encore 1] 1:38
- 6 [encore 2] 2:34
- 7 We Travel the Spaceways Standout 4:17
Release Date
January 1, 1976
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
81 min 42 sec
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