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The Baptised Traveller

Tony Oxley · 1969

38 min · 3 tracks · jazz fusion

A sprawling exploration of sound that seamlessly blends avant-garde jazz with free improvisation to create a transcendent auditory experience.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Crossing / Arrival — This nearly 18-minute track showcases Oxley's ability to weave complex rhythms and textures, creating an immersive sonic journey that exemplifies the album's overarching themes.
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    Stone Garden — With its intricate layering and dynamic shifts, this piece highlights Oxley’s innovative use of space and silence, pushing the boundaries of conventional jazz forms.
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    Preparation — A brief yet impactful interlude, this track serves as a reflective pause between longer pieces, emphasizing the album’s exploration of tension and release.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Crossing / Arrival 17:37
  • 2 Stone Garden 17:09
  • 3 Preparation 4:03

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