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Released 30 years ago

Mysteries of Creation

Bill Laswell · 1996

116 min · 15 tracks · jazz · dub music

A fusion of atmospheric dub and experimental jazz that evokes a sense of sonic exploration.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration of soundscapes
  • wave-like pacing with resolution
  • immersive headphone experience
  • long-form listening for reflection

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1996, Bill Laswell was well-established in the music scene as a prolific producer and collaborator, having previously released influential works like 'Dub Chamber 3' in 1996. 'Mysteries of Creation' came during a phase where he embraced more avant-garde elements in his music, blending genres to push the boundaries of traditional dub and jazz.
Stylistic neighbors
Tackhead· Herbie Hancock· Thievery Corporation

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Maroon Rebellion 5:55
  • 2 Return to the Bass and Trouble 7:01
  • 3 Revolution 7:00
  • 4 Cocksville U.S.A. 10:32
  • 5 Illbient 8:09
  • 6 Ghost Light / Dread Recall 14:18
  • 7 Dungeon of Dub 5:33

Disc 2

  • 1 Ariwa Dub Club 5:07
  • 2 Beta One / Assyrian Dub 11:14
  • 3 Gun Too Hot 4:41
  • 4 Nev 12 6:09
  • 5 Cyborg Dread 5:40
  • 6 Black Falcon Dub 6:07
  • 7 Fall of the Towers of Convention 7:40
  • 8 Anansi Abstrakt 11:38

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