Sweet Shanghai Devil
Shining · 2003
43 min · 8 tracks · progressive rock · jazz house
A daring fusion of jazz and progressive rock, layered with intricate melodies and haunting atmospheres.
Why this album works
'Sweet Shanghai Devil' received critical acclaim for its innovative blend of genres and was pivotal in defining Shining's unique sound. It also contributed to the growing visibility of Norwegian progressive rock on the international stage, influencing subsequent artists within the genre.
- Best for
- steady pacing for deep focus haunting atmospheres for introspection intricate melodies to unravel slowly
- Context
- Released in 2003, 'Sweet Shanghai Devil' marked Shining's third album, showcasing their evolution from a jazz-oriented sound to a more complex progressive rock style. At this point, the band had established themselves within the Norwegian music scene, continuously experimenting and pushing boundaries after their previous albums.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jazzanova· Nikolai Noskov· Gotan Project
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Firewalker Standout 2:42
- 2 Where Do You Go Christmas Eve? 5:29
- 3 Jonathan Livingston Seagull 4:54
- 4 Sink 5:50
- 5 Shanghai Devil Standout 3:53
- 6 Misery’s Child 5:39
- 7 Cellofan Eyes 5:57
- 8 Herbert West – Reanimator / After the Rain Standout 9:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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