Secrets of the Sun
Sun Ra · 1962
33 min · 6 tracks · jazz fusion · swing · free jazz
A cosmic journey through avant-garde jazz, blending intricate improvisation with space-themed concepts and ethereal soundscapes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- cosmic exploration through sound
- steady pacing with gradual builds
- ethereal soundscapes for daydreaming
- immersive journey into abstraction
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1962, 'Secrets of the Sun' is pivotal in Sun Ra's discography as it showcases his transition into fully embracing experimental sounds and cosmic philosophies. This album follows his earlier works like 'The Nubians of Plutonia' and solidifies his position as a leader in avant-garde jazz during a time when the genre was rapidly evolving.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ornette Coleman· Pharoah Sanders· Albert Ayler
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Friendly Galaxy 4:35
- 2 Solar Differentials 6:28
- 3 Space Aura 5:26
- 4 Love in Outer Space 4:44
- 5 Reflects Motion 9:07
- 6 Solar Symbols 2:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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