Music Spoken Here
John McLaughlin · 1982
38 min · 9 tracks · jazz fusion · ethno jazz
A vibrant tapestry of jazz fusion, blending intricate guitar work with world music influences and rhythmic complexity.
Why this album works
'Music Spoken Here' is notable for its innovative fusion of jazz with global musical traditions, receiving positive reviews and establishing McLaughlin as a key figure in the genre. The album's experimental nature contributed to the expansion of jazz fusion during the early 1980s, influencing many musicians within the scene.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks intricate guitar explorations vibrant rhythmic shifts
- Context
- Released in 1982, 'Music Spoken Here' was John McLaughlin's fourth solo studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Electric Guitarist' from 1978. At this point in his career, McLaughlin was exploring deeper into ethno jazz and world music elements, reflecting a significant evolution in his artistry after years of leading the Mahavishnu Orchestra and collaborating with various prominent artists.
- Stylistic neighbors
- giorge mijael· Dave Holland· Joe Jackson· David Sylvian· Incognito· Sade· Joss Stone· Pentangle
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Aspan 5:39
- 2 Blues for L.W. Standout 6:20
- 3 The Translators 2:37
- 4 Honky Tonk Haven Standout 4:07
- 5 Viene Clareando 0:28
- 6 David Standout 7:44
- 7 Negative Ions 3:51
- 8 Brise de cœur 5:19
- 9 Loro 2:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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