Released 30 years ago
Quartet
Bill Frisell · 1996
61 min · 13 tracks · post-bop · progressive jazz
A sonic exploration where intricate guitar melodies intertwine with spacious, atmospheric jazz textures.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic exploration of intricate melodies
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- atmospheric sound for reflective moments
- engaging background for deep focus
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking fast-paced instant gratification
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1996, 'Quartet' was Bill Frisell's sixth studio album and followed his critically acclaimed work 'Gone, Just Like a Train'. At this point in his career, Frisell was establishing himself as a leading voice in progressive jazz, blending elements of folk and rock into his sound. This album marked a significant step in his evolution as an artist, showcasing his ability to create rich narratives through instrumental music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pat Metheny· John Abercrombie· Julian Lage
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tales From the Far Side 6:27
- 2 Twenty Years 2:55
- 3 Stand Up, Sit Down 5:37
- 4 Convict 13 5:36
- 5 In Deep 3:10
- 6 Egg Radio 4:31
- 7 The Bacon Bunch 4:26
- 8 Prelude 1:36
- 9 Bob’s Monsters 8:44
- 10 The Gallows 6:14
- 11 What? 3:26
- 12 Dead Ranch 4:27
- 13 Coffaro’s Theme 4:27
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