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Live at Newport

Eddie Harris · 1970

38 min · 6 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz improvisation and world music rhythms, showcasing Eddie Harris's innovative spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • vibrant improvisation for exploration
  • engaging rhythms for dancing
  • thoughtful moments of reflection
  • dynamic shifts in energy

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Live at Newport' was released in 1970, Eddie Harris was already gaining recognition for his pioneering work with the electric saxophone. This live album followed his successful studio records and captured a moment where he was blending traditional jazz with contemporary influences, particularly reflecting the cultural shifts of the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Stylistic neighbors
Sun Ra· Herbie Hancock· Pharoah Sanders

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Children's Song 6:13
  • 2 Carry on Brother 5:12
  • 3 Don't You Know the Future's in Space 8:06
  • 4 Silent Majority 5:47
  • 5 Walk Soft 4:15
  • 6 South Side 8:57

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