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The Unknown Masada

John Zorn · 2003

59 min · 12 tracks · avant-garde jazz

A vibrant tapestry of avant-garde jazz interwoven with intricate melodies and unexpected improvisational bursts.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic flow with improvisational bursts
  • vibrant tapestry of intricate melodies
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • engaging in-order listening experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of straightforward tracks
  • prefer predictable listening patterns

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2003, John Zorn was deeply entrenched in his prolific career, having released numerous albums across various genres. 'The Unknown Masada' follows the acclaimed 'Masada' series and showcases Zorn's ongoing exploration of Jewish musical traditions through avant-garde jazz elements.
Stylistic neighbors
Mike Patton· The Thing· Merzbow

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Kinyan 4:50
  • 2 Olamim 3:48
  • 3 Vehuel 5:33
  • 4 Shofetim 3:03
  • 5 Partzuf 4:24
  • 6 Zarach 6:59
  • 7 Shagal 6:47
  • 8 Herem 5:08
  • 9 Kadmut 4:44
  • 10 Zemaraim 3:36
  • 11 Demai 6:22
  • 12 Belimah 4:08

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata