Rootless Cosmopolitans
Marc Ribot · 1990
47 min · 12 tracks · experimental music · vocal music
A kaleidoscopic blend of jazz, rock, and avant-garde experimentation that defies easy categorization.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- eclectic moods throughout listening
- playful experimentation with sound
- reflective moments amidst chaos
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer predictable song structures
- seek long, cohesive compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1990, Marc Ribot was emerging as a prominent figure in the avant-garde music scene following his work on Tom Waits' 'Rain Dogs' in 1985. 'Rootless Cosmopolitans' represents his first solo album, showcasing his eclectic guitar style and compositional skills. This period marked a significant evolution in Ribot's artistry as he transitioned from sideman to a leading voice in experimental music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Zorn· Bill Frisell· Nels Cline
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Should Care 1:20
- 2 Shortly After Takeoff 4:13
- 3 The Wind Cries Mary 5:03
- 4 Friendly Ghosts 5:22
- 5 The Cocktail Party 5:03
- 6 New Sad 3:03
- 7 A Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Waste 1:17
- 8 Beak Lunch Manifesto 6:33
- 9 While My Guitar Gently Weeps 2:03
- 10 Nature Abhors a Vacuum Cleaner 4:34
- 11 Mood Indigo 4:41
- 12 Have a Nice Day 3:45
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