Strata
Matthew Shipp · 1998
58 min · 14 tracks · jazz
A mesmerizing exploration of avant-garde jazz textures, weaving intricate piano melodies with abstract rhythms.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intricate piano explorations unfold
- abstract rhythms for deep focus
- short pieces encourage attentive listening
- immersive soundscapes for reflection
Maybe skip if you want
- seek instant gratification tracks
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Strata' was released in 1998, Matthew Shipp was already establishing himself as a pioneering voice in avant-garde jazz. This album came out shortly after his breakthrough with 'Blue Series', marking a period where he began to intensively experiment with form and composition, pushing the boundaries of traditional jazz structures.
- Stylistic neighbors
- William Hooker· Sun Ra· Cecil Taylor
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Strata 1 0:47
- 2 Strata 2 1:23
- 3 Strata 3 7:45
- 4 Strata 4 3:18
- 5 Strata 5 7:05
- 6 Strata 6 3:33
- 7 Strata 7 5:36
- 8 Strata 8 5:30
- 9 Strata 9 5:43
- 10 Strata 10 5:20
- 11 Strata 11 4:18
- 12 Strata 12 6:41
- 13 Strata 13 0:58
- 14 Strata 14 0:50
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