Occupy the World
Wadada Leo Smith · 2013
112 min · 5 tracks · jazz
A profound blend of improvisation and compositional depth, weaving personal memories into the fabric of social justice themes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- extended climaxes rewarding patience
- immersive thematic explorations of justice
- reflective listening for deep thought
- gradual build to emotional release
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking quick, catchy tracks
- prefer concise, standalone pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2013, Wadada Leo Smith was an established figure in avant-garde jazz, with 'Occupy the World' marking a significant exploration of political themes. This album followed his critically acclaimed release 'Spiritual Dimensions' from 2012, further solidifying his role as a voice for social change through music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Henry Threadgill· Anthony Braxton· Roscoe Mitchell
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Queen Hatshepsut 17:12
- 2 The Bell – 2 15:56
- 3 Mount Kilimanjaro (Love and Compassion for John Lindberg) 20:52
Disc 2
- 1 Crossing on a Southern Road (A Memorial for Marion Brown) 25:21
- 2 Occupy the World for Life, Liberty and Justice 33:29
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