Multikulti
Don Cherry · 1990
51 min · 12 tracks · jazz
A vibrant fusion of global sounds blending free jazz improvisation with multicultural influences and spiritual undertones.
Top tracks — play these first
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Multikulti Soothsayer — This track encapsulates the album's essence, marrying Cherry's trumpet with eclectic rhythms and showcasing his vision of a pluralistic musical landscape.
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Dedication to Thomas Mapfumo — Honoring Zimbabwean musician Thomas Mapfumo, this piece highlights Cherry's commitment to cultural exchange through music while featuring rich textures and dynamic improvisation.
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Until the Rain Comes — With its lengthy improvisational structure, this track serves as a meditation on sound and silence, demonstrating Cherry’s ability to create atmospheric depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's blend of global influences and improvisational style showcases Cherry's innovative approach to jazz.
What we noticed
- Several pieces incorporate call-and-response patterns between instruments, emphasizing interaction and spontaneity.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- vibrant exploration of global sounds
- short, impactful interludes throughout
- immersive soundscapes for focus
- dynamic shifts in rhythm
- playful interactions between instruments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification from tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1990, Don Cherry had established himself as a pioneering figure in free jazz, known for his innovative collaborations. 'Multikulti' is emblematic of his artistic evolution following the acclaimed album 'Brown Rice' in 1976, showcasing a deep engagement with world music that reflects his travels and diverse influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ornette Coleman· Pharoah Sanders· Albert Ayler
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Trumpet 0:50
- 2 Multikulti Soothsayer 5:30
- 3 Flute 1:14
- 4 Birdboy 4:45
- 5 Melodica 1:28
- 6 Dedication to Thomas Mapfumo 4:27
- 7 Pettiford Bridge 4:47
- 8 Piano/Trumpet 2:27
- 9 Until the Rain Comes 12:21
- 10 Divinity-Tree 5:18
- 11 Rhumba Multikulti 4:14
- 12 Multikulti Soothsayer Player 4:27
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