Rebirth
Billy Childs · 2017
56 min · 8 tracks · jazz
A rich tapestry of jazz textures interwoven with classical influences, showcasing intricate arrangements and emotive melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rebirth — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of renewal and transformation through its evolving harmonic structure and dynamic shifts.
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Dance Of Shiva — This track stands out for its rhythmic complexity and vibrant energy, illustrating Childs' ability to merge jazz with world music influences.
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The Windmills Of Your Mind — Childs’ interpretation of this classic showcases his skillful piano work and lush arrangements, breathing new life into a well-known standard.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- lush harmonic explorations throughout
- intricate rhythms for attentive listening
- reflective moments for quiet evenings
- engaging soundscapes for focus
- dynamic contrasts across tracks
Maybe skip if you
- seeking quick, catchy tunes
- prefer straightforward, predictable structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2017, Rebirth marks Billy Childs' follow-up to his critically acclaimed album, The Winds of Change. At this point in his career, Childs was solidifying his reputation as a boundary-pushing composer and pianist within the contemporary jazz scene, integrating orchestral elements into his work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Brad Mehldau· Chick Corea· Hiatus Kaiyote
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Backwards Bop 6:38
- 2 Rebirth 7:38
- 3 Stay 5:59
- 4 Dance Of Shiva 6:49
- 5 Tightrope 6:37
- 6 The Starry Night 8:10
- 7 The Windmills Of Your Mind 7:10
- 8 Peace 7:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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