Tales from the Acoustic Planet
Béla Fleck · 1995
59 min · 14 tracks · jazz · bluegrass music
A vibrant tapestry of bluegrass and jazz that showcases intricate banjo work and rich acoustic textures.
Why this album works
'Tales from the Acoustic Planet' received significant attention within both bluegrass and jazz circles, showcasing Fleck's innovative approach to acoustic music. The album's success helped redefine the boundaries of bluegrass while earning a Grammy nomination, reinforcing Fleck's status as a genre-crossing musician.
- Best for
- steady flow with engaging peaks intricate melodies for detail lovers for afternoon relaxation
- Context
- Released in 1995, 'Tales from the Acoustic Planet' marked Béla Fleck's artistic evolution following his rise to prominence with the Flecktones. This album came after his acclaimed 'Flight of the Cosmic Hippo' and further solidified his reputation as a pioneering banjo virtuoso blending diverse genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Madonna· Prince· Christina Aguilera· Diana Ross· Barbra Streisand· Chicago· John Coltrane· Frank Zappa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Up and Running 4:25
- 2 First Light 2:41
- 3 The Great Circle Route 4:20
- 4 Circus of Regrets 4:14
- 5 Three Bridges Home Standout 5:19
- 6 The Landing 3:57
- 7 Arkansas Traveler Standout 3:05
- 8 Backwoods Galaxy 4:23
- 9 In Your Eyes 5:10
- 10 System Seven Standout 4:17
- 11 Cheeseballs in Cowtown 4:53
- 12 Bicyclops 4:20
- 13 Jayme Lynn 5:35
- 14 For Sascha 2:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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