Something Else!!!!
Ornette Coleman · 1958
42 min · 9 tracks · jazz
Explorative melodies intertwine with free-form improvisation, creating a vibrant tapestry of avant-garde jazz.
Why this album works
'Something Else!!!!' is significant for its innovative approach to jazz, helping to redefine the genre's possibilities. The album was pivotal in establishing Coleman’s reputation, receiving positive critical acclaim and influencing countless musicians in the avant-garde jazz scene.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released in 1958, 'Something Else!!!!' marked Ornette Coleman's fourth album and solidified his role as a key figure in the free jazz movement. Following his groundbreaking work on 'The Shape of Jazz to Come,' this album further pushed boundaries with its unconventional structures and improvisational freedom, reflecting Coleman's artistic evolution.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Diana Ross· Barbra Streisand· Bob Dylan· Ella Fitzgerald· Dave Brubeck· Andy Williams· Tony Bennett· Aretha Franklin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Invisible Standout 4:17
- 2 The Blessing 4:48
- 3 Jayne Standout 7:22
- 4 Chippie 5:41
- 5 The Disguise 2:51
- 6 Angel Voice 4:24
- 7 Alpha 4:15
- 8 When Will the Blues Leave? Standout 5:02
- 9 The Sphinx 4:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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