New Agenda
Elvin Jones · 1975
42 min · 7 tracks · post-bop
A vibrant tapestry of post-bop rhythms intertwined with intricate melodies and deep emotional resonance.
Why this album works
The album is notable for its complex rhythmic structures and innovative compositions, contributing to the evolution of jazz during the 1970s. It received positive critical reception and solidified Jones' reputation in the jazz community, influencing subsequent generations of drummers and jazz musicians.
- Best for
- steady rhythmic exploration throughout deep emotional resonance in tracks vibrant tapestry of sound
- Context
- Released in 1975, 'New Agenda' is Elvin Jones' second album after his influential work with the John Coltrane Quartet. At this point in his career, Jones was establishing his identity as a bandleader, showcasing his unique drumming style and compositional skills, following the critically acclaimed 'Elvin!' from 1961.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Herbie Hancock· Charles Mingus· John Coltrane
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Someone's Rocking My Jazz Boat Standout 6:52
- 2 Naima Standout 6:11
- 3 Haresah 8:09
- 4 Anti-Calypso 5:20
- 5 Stefanie 4:41
- 6 My Lover (Tsume) 3:38
- 7 Agenda Standout 7:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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