Sextant
Herbie Hancock · 1973
39 min · 3 tracks · classical · funk · jazz fusion
A cosmic blend of avant-garde jazz and electronic experimentation that pushes the boundaries of sound.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Showcases a shift to electronic sounds, pushing jazz boundaries and diverging from earlier works.
- Themes
- cosmic soundscapes· synthesizer experimentation· avant-garde jazz fusion
- Career context
- Released in 1973, 'Sextant' marked a significant shift for Herbie Hancock as he transitioned from acoustic jazz to electronic sounds. This album followed his successful 'Head Hunters,' showcasing Hancock's embrace of synthesizers and innovative production techniques during a period of artistic exploration.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chick Corea· Weather Report· Miles Davis
- If this clicks, go next to
- Head Hunters — Continues the electronic jazz exploration with a more rhythmic and funk-oriented approach.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Space Is the Place by Sun Ra — Explores cosmic themes with avant-garde jazz and electronic elements, creating expansive soundscapes.On the Corner by Miles Davis — Fuses funk and jazz with experimental production, pushing sonic boundaries and embracing a groove-centric approach.Heavy Weather by Weather Report — Combines jazz fusion with rich synthesizer textures, creating a vibrant and exploratory musical atmosphere.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rain Dance 9:19
- 2 Hidden Shadows 10:14
- 3 Hornets 19:35
What to play next
This album is considered a Experimental in Herbie Hancock's catalog. Showcases a shift to electronic sounds, pushing jazz boundaries and diverging from earlier works.
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