Night Dreamer cover

Night Dreamer

Wayne Shorter · 1964

48 min · 7 tracks · jazz fusion · post-bop · crossover

Ethereal melodies intertwine with intricate rhythms, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that defines modal jazz exploration.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo exploration
  • ethereal melodies for reflection
  • immersive headphone listening experience
  • dreamlike atmosphere for solitude

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
In 1964, Wayne Shorter was transitioning from his role in Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers to a prominent solo career. 'Night Dreamer' served as his third album as a leader, following 'Juju' and solidifying his unique voice in the jazz world during the post-bop era.
Stylistic neighbors
Herbie Hancock· Miles Davis· Chick Corea

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Night Dreamer 7:18
  • 2 Oriental Folk Song 6:54
  • 3 Virgo 7:09
  • 4 Virgo (alternate take) 7:03
  • 5 Black Nile 6:29
  • 6 Charcoal Blues 6:54
  • 7 Armageddon 6:21

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata