Odyssey of Iska cover

Odyssey of Iska

Wayne Shorter · 1971

40 min · 5 tracks · jazz fusion · post-bop · crossover

A kaleidoscopic blend of free jazz exploration and structured melodic themes unfolds throughout the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long immersive listening sessions
  • wave-like pacing exploration
  • thoughtful reflective moments

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Odyssey of Iska' was released in July 1971, Wayne Shorter had already established himself as a prominent figure in jazz, following his tenure with the legendary Miles Davis Quintet. This album came shortly after his critically acclaimed work 'Speak No Evil' and marked a period where he began to explore more complex arrangements and broader thematic elements in his music.
Stylistic neighbors
Herbie Hancock· Miles Davis· Chick Corea

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Wind 8:02
  • 2 Storm 8:19
  • 3 Calm 3:24
  • 4 De pois do amor o vazio 11:37
  • 5 Joy 9:01

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