Songwrights Apothecary Lab cover

Songwrights Apothecary Lab

Esperanza Spalding · 2021

60 min · 12 tracks · funk · jazz · soul

A serene blend of jazz and soul, where improvisation meets structured compositions in a transformative auditory experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • contemplative afternoon reflections

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 24, 2021, 'Songwrights Apothecary Lab' is Esperanza Spalding's sixth studio album, marking a significant evolution in her artistic journey. Following her Grammy-winning project '12 Little Spells', this album explores the intersection of music and healing, showcasing her growth as a composer and conceptual artist.
Stylistic neighbors
Robert Glasper· Hiatus Kaiyote· Snarky Puppy

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Formwela 1 3:35
  • 2 Formwela 2 6:10
  • 3 Formwela 3 7:06
  • 4 Formwela 4 4:20
  • 5 Formwela 5 3:32
  • 6 Formwela 6 3:11
  • 7 Formwela 7 3:26
  • 8 Formwela 8 11:40
  • 9 Formwela 9 4:32
  • 10 Formwela 10 3:29
  • 11 Formwela 11 3:09
  • 12 Formwela 13 6:44

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