What makes Rip Tear Crunch by Dave Rempis notable?

Rip Tear Crunch is significant for its exploration of extended forms in jazz, particularly through its title track that spans over 28 minutes. The album received attention for its bold experimentation within the genre, contributing to the broader movement of avant-garde jazz during the mid-2000s. When Rip Tear Crunch was released in 2006, Dave Rempis was establishing himself as a significant figure in the Chicago jazz scene, following his debut album. This record followed a series of collaborations with notable artists, further solidifying his reputation as an innovator in free jazz and improvisational music.

How many songs are on Rip Tear Crunch?

Rip Tear Crunch has 5 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.

Released 20 years ago

Rip Tear Crunch

Dave Rempis · 2006

55 min · 5 tracks · jazz

A chaotic interplay of avant-garde textures and spontaneous improvisation, pushing the boundaries of modern jazz.

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Rip Tear Crunch — The title track exemplifies Rempis's ability to blend complex rhythms with free improvisation, showcasing a dynamic range that defines the album's spirit.
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Shreds — Opening with intense energy, this track sets the tone for the album with rapid exchanges between instruments that highlight Rempis's virtuosity.
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The Rub — This track features intricate melodic lines intertwined with dissonant harmonies, illustrating Rempis's skill in creating tension and resolution within improvisation.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

61 /100

Treeline

Higher than 71% of albums we've rated

The album showcases bold improvisation and unique structures, making it a notable entry in modern jazz.

What we noticed

The title track spans over 28 minutes, featuring a continuous flow of improvisation without clear sections.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

1 Shreds 8:22
2 Flank 4:38
3 Rip Tear Crunch 28:05
4 Dirty Work Can Be Clean Fun 2:05
5 The Rub 12:16

What to play next

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