Super Nova
Wayne Shorter · 1969
37 min · 6 tracks · jazz fusion · post-bop · crossover
A cosmic journey through intricate harmonies and daring improvisations, blending jazz with an avant-garde spirit.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady exploration of intricate harmonies
- cosmic journey through improvisation
- peaks of emotional intensity
- thoughtful listening in quiet spaces
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek straightforward, catchy melodies
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1969, 'Super Nova' marked Wayne Shorter's transition into more experimental territory following his time with the Miles Davis Quintet. This album came just after his acclaimed work on 'Speak No Evil', showcasing Shorter's deepening explorations of modal jazz and fusion elements. It was a critical phase as he began establishing his unique voice as a bandleader.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Herbie Hancock· Miles Davis· Chick Corea
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Super Nova 4:52
- 2 Swee-Pea 4:37
- 3 Dindi 9:35
- 4 Water Babies 4:54
- 5 Capricorn 7:48
- 6 More Than Human 6:12
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