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Living Space

John Coltrane · 1998

51 min · 5 tracks · post-bop · free jazz · hard bop

A transcendent exploration of space and time through intricate improvisations and meditative soundscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with resolution
  • meditative soundscapes for reflection
  • transcendent exploration of space
  • immersive listening for deep thought

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer concise track formats

Where this album fits

Themes
spiritual exploration· Eastern philosophy influence· transcendent soundscapes
Career context
Released posthumously, 'Living Space' showcases John Coltrane's experimental phase as he delved deeper into spiritual themes and avant-garde jazz. This album followed his previous works where he began integrating Eastern philosophies into his music, reflecting a profound evolution in his artistic journey.
Stylistic neighbors
Pharoah Sanders· Ornette Coleman· Albert Ayler
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Karma by Pharoah Sanders — Explores spiritual themes through extended improvisation and rich, meditative soundscapes.
Journey in Satchidananda by Alice Coltrane — Shares deep spiritual exploration with Eastern influences and lush instrumental textures.
Space Is the Place by Sun Ra — Offers a cosmic vision of jazz with avant-garde elements and philosophical undertones.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Living Space 10:25
  • 2 Untitled 90314 14:49
  • 3 Dusk-Dawn 10:52
  • 4 Untitled 90320 10:48
  • 5 The Last Blues 4:22

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