Live in Japan
John Coltrane · 1973
247 min · 6 tracks · post-bop · free jazz · hard bop
An expansive exploration of sound, where Coltrane's saxophone weaves through spiritual and avant-garde realms.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- extended improvisational soundscapes
- spiritual exploration through saxophone
- patient unfolding of musical themes
- deep focus for listening sessions
- transcendent experiences in quiet moments
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer short, structured tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Themes
- spiritual improvisation· African rhythmic fusion· avant-garde exploration
- Career context
- Released in 1973, 'Live in Japan' captures John Coltrane's work during a period of intense creativity following his groundbreaking album 'A Love Supreme'. This live performance showcases his innovative style as he delves deeper into free jazz, reflecting his evolution as an artist while pushing the boundaries of jazz improvisation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pharoah Sanders· Ornette Coleman· Albert Ayler
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Journey in Satchidananda by Alice Coltrane — Merges avant-garde jazz with spiritual motifs and meditative soundscapes, echoing Coltrane's explorative spirit.Space Is the Place by Sun Ra — Offers a cosmic approach to jazz with experimental structures and African rhythms, aligning with free jazz ideals.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Afro Blue 38:47
- 2 Peace on Earth 26:25
Disc 2
- 1 Crescent 54:41
Disc 3
- 1 Peace on Earth 25:05
- 2 Leo 44:49
Disc 4
- 1 My Favorite Things 57:20
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