Released 12 years ago this August
The Testament of Solomon
John Zorn · 2014
48 min · 11 tracks · avant-garde jazz
A labyrinth of avant-garde jazz textures intertwining with mystical themes and complex rhythmic structures.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo exploration
- immersive rhythmic labyrinths
- mystical themes throughout tracks
- thoughtful background listening experience
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification
- seek standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2014, 'The Testament of Solomon' came during John Zorn's prolific period of exploring Jewish mysticism through music. This album followed his 2013 release 'Masada Book Two,' further establishing Zorn's commitment to blending traditional motifs with avant-garde expression. By this time, Zorn had built a reputation as a daring innovator in the jazz world.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mike Patton· The Thing· Merzbow
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Alamot 4:20
- 2 Kotlenu 4:45
- 3 Holat Ahavah 4:25
- 4 ’Ayummah 4:33
- 5 Nirdi 3:16
- 6 ’Asis 4:31
- 7 ’Atarah 4:47
- 8 Tappuha 3:36
- 9 Berotim 4:46
- 10 Otyah 5:10
- 11 Sammatek 4:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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