Now Is the Time – Live at the Knitting Factory
Pharoah Sanders · 2000
54 min · 7 tracks · free jazz
A transcendent mix of spiritual motifs and free jazz improvisation, creating an immersive sonic experience.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its role in revitalizing interest in live jazz recordings, offering a raw and intimate atmosphere that resonates with both fans and critics alike. It received positive reviews upon release, highlighting Sanders' enduring influence on contemporary jazz and his ability to connect deeply through live performance.
- Career context
- In 2000, Pharoah Sanders was in a period of renewed visibility following the resurgence of interest in jazz. This live album captures his improvisational prowess after decades of influential work that began with his collaborations in the 1960s alongside John Coltrane. 'Now Is the Time – Live at the Knitting Factory' showcases Sanders' continued evolution as a master of free jazz.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Christina Aguilera· Diana Ross· Thelonious Monk· Bob Dylan· Aretha Franklin· Barbra Streisand· Prince· Frank Zappa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 On the Spot Standout 11:47
- 2 intro - Neil Clark 2:53
- 3 The Chief Standout 12:36
- 4 Little Help Solo 6:02
- 5 intro - Alex Blake 1:27
- 6 Now is the Time Standout 9:51
- 7 Mystery of Love 9:21
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