Love Call
Ornette Coleman · 1968
53 min · 7 tracks · jazz
Exploratory free jazz intertwines with melodic motifs, creating an atmosphere that is both spontaneous and contemplative.
Why this album works
'Love Call' is notable for its innovative structure and improvisational style, contributing to Coleman's reputation as a boundary-pushing artist in jazz. The album received critical acclaim, reinforcing Coleman's influence on subsequent generations of musicians and solidifying free jazz's place within the broader musical landscape.
- Best for
- steady unfolding melodic exploration contemplative moments with resolution ideal for focused listening
- Context
- Released in 1968, 'Love Call' was a significant album for Ornette Coleman as he sought to redefine jazz through his unique approach to improvisation. This followed his earlier works which had established him as a pioneering figure in the free jazz movement, particularly after the success of 'Shape of Jazz to Come' in 1959. By this time, Coleman was continuing to explore new sonic landscapes while solidifying his legacy within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Diana Ross· Barbra Streisand· Bob Dylan· Ella Fitzgerald· Dave Brubeck· Andy Williams· Tony Bennett· Aretha Franklin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Airborne Standout 10:30
- 2 Check Out Time Standout 8:22
- 3 Check Out Time (alternate take) 7:57
- 4 Open to the Public 8:05
- 5 Love Call Standout 8:45
- 6 Love Call (alternate take) 5:31
- 7 Just for You 4:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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