Released 20 years ago
Moonchild: Songs Without Words
John Zorn · 2006
45 min · 11 tracks · avant-garde jazz
A haunting tapestry of avant-garde jazz, blending intricate textures with ethereal melodies and profound psychological themes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting soundscapes for reflection
- dynamic ebb and flow
- immersive headphone experience
- psychological themes to ponder
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Moonchild: Songs Without Words' was released in 2006, John Zorn had already established himself as a prolific figure in avant-garde music. This album followed his exploration of film scores and experimental compositions, showcasing his continued evolution as an artist while maintaining his signature eclectic style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mike Patton· The Thing· Merzbow
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hellfire 4:07
- 2 Ghosts of Thelema 4:32
- 3 Abraxas 3:13
- 4 Possession 5:21
- 5 Caligula 1:47
- 6 616 5:20
- 7 Equinox 4:07
- 8 Moonchild 6:51
- 9 Le Part Maudit 2:49
- 10 The Summoning 2:30
- 11 Sorceress 4:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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