Top tracks — play these first
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It's After the End of the World Start here — This track opens the album with a fervent declaration that sets a tone of existential exploration, blending rhythmic complexity with profound themes.
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Calling Planet Earth — The song's ethereal quality and cosmic lyrics evoke a sense of connectivity and universality, exemplifying Sun Ra's visionary musical philosophy.
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Outer Spaceways Incorporated — This piece showcases Sun Ra's trademark blend of structured chaos and free expression, illustrating his innovative approach to collective improvisation.
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Blackman / Love in Outer Space — Spanning over sixteen minutes, this track serves as a profound meditation on love and identity within the cosmic context that Sun Ra frequently explored.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing for deep listening
- cosmic themes for curious minds
- dynamic exploration of expansive ideas
- patient journeys through soundscapes
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, structured tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Showcases Sun Ra's visionary approach and significant cultural themes.
- Career context
- Released in 1993, Space Is the Place is a posthumous compilation of Sun Ra's work, showcasing his visionary approach to music. During this period, Sun Ra had already established himself as a pioneer in the avant-garde jazz scene, having released numerous influential albums since the late 1950s. This collection encapsulates his unique blend of jazz and science fiction, solidifying his legacy within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ornette Coleman· Pharoah Sanders· Albert Ayler
Tracklist
- 1 It's After the End of the World Start here 3:28
- 2 Under Different Stars 3:58
- 3 Discipline 33 3:24
- 4 Watusa 7:14
- 5 Calling Planet Earth 3:07
- 6 I Am the Alter-Destiny 1:12
- 7 Satellites Are Spinning 2:35
- 8 Cosmic Forces 3:11
- 9 Outer Spaceways Incorporated 3:03
- 10 We Travel the Spaceways 2:31
- 11 The Overseer 3:08
- 12 Blackman / Love in Outer Space 16:55
- 13 Mysterious Crystal 5:55
- 14 I Am the Brother of the Wind 5:56
- 15 We'll Wait for You 4:15
- 16 Space Is the Place 4:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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