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The Concealed

John Zorn · 2012

62 min · 14 tracks · avant-garde jazz

A kaleidoscopic journey through avant-garde soundscapes blending jazz, Middle Eastern influences, and experimental textures.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • wave-like pacing that evolves
  • kaleidoscopic sound exploration
  • immersive listening for deep focus

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'The Concealed' was released in 2012, John Zorn was already an established figure in avant-garde music, known for his innovative compositions and collaborations. This album followed his earlier works like 'Naked City' and marked a continuation of his exploration of diverse musical idioms, integrating improvisation with structured composition.
Stylistic neighbors
Mike Patton· The Thing· Merzbow

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Persepolis 4:03
  • 2 The Hidden Book 2:57
  • 3 Passage to Essentuki 3:45
  • 4 Pathway of Fire 4:02
  • 5 Towards Kafiristan 3:30
  • 6 Kavanah 5:03
  • 7 Back to Bokhara 5:25
  • 8 The Silver Thread 4:28
  • 9 The Dervish 6:33
  • 10 The Way of the Sly Man 3:50
  • 11 Amu Darya 4:46
  • 12 A Portrait of Moses Cordovero 5:37
  • 13 Visitation of the Night Angels 4:09
  • 14 Life Is Real Only Then, When "I Am" 4:32

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