Released 20 years ago
Political Blues
World Saxophone Quartet · 2006
61 min · 11 tracks · jazz
Ebullient jazz harmonies intertwine with poignant political themes, creating a rich tapestry of sound and social commentary.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic exploration of themes
- long immersive listening sessions
- wave-like pacing and flow
- thought-provoking social commentary
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Political Blues' was released in 2006, the World Saxophone Quartet was in their second decade of collaboration, having established themselves as a pioneering force in avant-garde jazz. This album followed their 1997 release 'The Complete Recordings', marking a return to studio work after a period focused on live performances and collaborations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sun Ra· Charles Mingus· Miles Davis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Political Blues 9:04
- 2 Hal’s Blues (for Hal “Cornbread” Singer) 2:54
- 3 Mannish Boy 7:26
- 4 Let’s Have Some Fun 7:23
- 5 Amazin’ Disgrace 5:55
- 6 Bluocracy Part 1 5:03
- 7 Bluocracy Part 2 2:21
- 8 Bluocracy Part 3 3:44
- 9 Blue Diamond 4:41
- 10 Harlem 7:27
- 11 Spy on Me Blues 5:54
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