Piano Vortex
Matthew Shipp · 2007
53 min · 8 tracks · jazz
A cerebral exploration of jazz, combining abstract harmonies with intricate, flowing piano improvisations.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- cerebral exploration of sound
- intricate piano improvisations
- dynamic shifts in tempo
- meditative late-night listening
- engaging with abstract harmonies
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking straightforward melodies
- prefer predictable, steady rhythms
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Piano Vortex' was released in 2007, Matthew Shipp had established himself as a prominent figure in avant-garde jazz. This album came shortly after his critically acclaimed work on 'Equilibrium' and marked a continued evolution in his unique compositional voice, showcasing his prowess in both solo and ensemble settings.
- Stylistic neighbors
- William Hooker· Sun Ra· Cecil Taylor
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Piano Vortex 10:26
- 2 Key Swing 3:21
- 3 The New Circumstance 9:11
- 4 Nooks and Corners 4:10
- 5 Sliding Through Space 8:54
- 6 Quivering with Speed 6:38
- 7 Slips Through the Fingers 3:17
- 8 To Vitalize 7:13
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