Maarifa Street: Magic Realism Volume Two
Jon Hassell · 2005
61 min · 7 tracks · jazz
A tapestry of electronic textures woven with jazz improvisation, evoking dreamlike landscapes and cultural intersections.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its innovative fusion of genres, contributing to the evolution of ambient jazz and world music. It received critical acclaim for its rich soundscapes and has influenced contemporary artists exploring similar intersections of electronic and acoustic sounds. The album showcases Hassell's ability to create evocative atmospheres that resonate with listeners across diverse musical backgrounds.
- Best for
- dreamlike landscapes to explore gradual build to resolution immersive soundscapes for reflection
- Context
- By 2005, Jon Hassell was an established figure in avant-garde music, having influenced the genre since the late 1970s. 'Maarifa Street: Magic Realism Volume Two' is his follow-up to 'Last Night the Moon Came Dropping Its Clothes in the Street', continuing his exploration of ambient soundscapes and cross-cultural rhythms. This album reflects a mature phase in his career where he blends jazz with global influences seamlessly.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sun Ra· Charles Mingus· Albert Mangelsdorff
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Divine S.O.S. 7:15
- 2 Maarifa Street Standout 7:09
- 3 Warm Shift 4:23
- 4 Open Secret (Paris) Standout 11:47
- 5 New Gods 7:56
- 6 Darbari Bridge Standout 11:33
- 7 Open Secret (Milano) 11:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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