The Mastery of John Coltrane, Vol. 2: To the Beat of a Different Drum
John Coltrane · 1978
90 min · 8 tracks · post-bop · free jazz · hard bop
A sweeping exploration of jazz's boundaries, blending free improvisation with melodic structures.
Why this album works
The album is significant for its representation of Coltrane's innovative approach to jazz, particularly in how it features extended improvisations and modal explorations. The critical reception highlighted these aspects, contributing to Coltrane's lasting impact on subsequent generations of musicians and solidifying his status as a pivotal figure in jazz history.
- Career context
- Released in 1978, this album captures John Coltrane's legacy following his death in 1967. It represents a compilation of previously unreleased performances and showcases Coltrane's evolving sound during a period when he was pushing the limits of jazz. This collection serves as a testament to his influence on the genre, even posthumously.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ella Fitzgerald· Diana Ross· Bob Dylan· Barbra Streisand· Frank Zappa· Chick Corea· Aretha Franklin· George Benson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Impressions Standout 15:52
- 2 I Want to Talk About You 8:17
- 3 My Favorite Things Standout 17:31
- 4 After the Rain 4:07
Disc 2
- 1 Dear Old Stockholm 10:35
- 2 After the Crescent 13:34
- 3 One Down, One Up 15:25
- 4 Dear Lord Standout 5:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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