News for Lulu
John Zorn · 1988
73 min · 20 tracks · avant-garde jazz
A vibrant fusion of avant-garde jazz and playful experimentation, echoing the pulse of urban life.
Why this album works
- Best for
- playful experimentation with sounds dynamic interplay of styles urban pulse and energy
- Context
- Released in 1988, 'News for Lulu' marks John Zorn's continued exploration of jazz improvisation after his acclaimed debut 'Naked City' in 1989. This album showcases Zorn's unique approach to composition and arrangement, solidifying his position as a leading figure in the avant-garde jazz scene during the late 1980s. It captures Zorn at a pivotal moment when he was expanding his creative boundaries and collaborations.
- If you like
- avant-garde jazz
News for Lulu is an album by John Zorn, released in 1988. A vibrant fusion of avant-garde jazz and playful experimentation, echoing the pulse of urban life. 'News for Lulu' is significant for its adventurous interpretations of classic jazz standards, contributing to the avant-garde resurgence in the genre. The album has been critically recognized for its innovative blend of styles, influencing upcoming generations of jazz musicians and earning a place in discussions about contemporary jazz’s evolution. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does News for Lulu sound like?
A vibrant fusion of avant-garde jazz and playful experimentation, echoing the pulse of urban life. Rooted in avant-garde jazz.
What makes News for Lulu by John Zorn notable?
'News for Lulu' is significant for its adventurous interpretations of classic jazz standards, contributing to the avant-garde resurgence in the genre. The album has been critically recognized for its innovative blend of styles, influencing upcoming generations of jazz musicians and earning a place in discussions about contemporary jazz’s evolution. Released in 1988, 'News for Lulu' marks John Zorn's continued exploration of jazz improvisation after his acclaimed debut 'Naked City' in 1989. This album showcases Zorn's unique approach to composition and arrangement, solidifying his position as a leading figure in the avant-garde jazz scene during the late 1980s. It captures Zorn at a pivotal moment when he was expanding his creative boundaries and collaborations.
Who is News for Lulu for?
News for Lulu works well if you're into playful experimentation with sounds, dynamic interplay of styles and urban pulse and energy.
How many songs are on News for Lulu?
News for Lulu has 20 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 K.D.'s Motion 3:35
- 2 Funk in Deep Freeze Standout 4:34
- 3 Melanie 4:09
- 4 Melody for C Standout 4:29
- 5 Lotus Blossom 4:11
- 6 Eastern Incident 4:06
- 7 Peckin' Time 3:16
- 8 Blues Blues Blues 4:19
- 9 Blue Minor 1 3:46
- 10 This I Dig of You Standout 3:16
- 11 Venita's Dance 3:25
- 12 News for Lulu 4:10
- 13 Olé 3:51
- 14 Sonny's Crib 5:25
- 15 Hank's Other Tune 3:56
- 16 Blue Minor 2 3:30
- 17 Windmill 0:46
- 18 News for Lulu (live) 4:21
- 19 Funk in Deep Freeze (live) 3:29
- 20 Windmill (live) 1:06
Release Date
January 1, 1988
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
73 min 46 sec
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