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Silver Cycles

Eddie Harris · 1969

38 min · 9 tracks · jazz

A fusion of jazz improvisation and electric experimentation, blending traditional structures with avant-garde sounds.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • thoughtful improvisation with surprises
  • short tracks for quick engagement
  • eclectic flow between moods
  • explorative listening for curious minds

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer structured song formats
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Silver Cycles' was released in 1969, Eddie Harris was already gaining recognition for his innovative approach to jazz. This album followed his breakthrough record 'The Electrifying Eddie Harris' (1967), showcasing a continued exploration of electric instruments and genre-blending that would define his career trajectory.
Stylistic neighbors
Sun Ra· Herbie Hancock· Pharoah Sanders

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Free at Last 3:19
  • 2 1974 Blues 4:28
  • 3 Smoke Signals 3:02
  • 4 Coltrane’s View 4:12
  • 5 I’m Gonna Leave You by Yourself 3:02
  • 6 Silver Cycles 5:52
  • 7 Little Bit 5:30
  • 8 Electric Ballad 2:56
  • 9 Infrapolations 6:36

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