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Time Warp

Chick Corea · 1995

57 min · 11 tracks · post-bop · avant-garde jazz

A vibrant fusion of avant-garde jazz and post-bop, weaving intricate melodies with rhythmic complexity.

Why this album works

The album is notable for its adventurous spirit, demonstrating Corea's ability to blend different influences while remaining true to jazz roots. Critics have praised it for its innovative sound, contributing to Corea's reputation as a leading figure in contemporary jazz and helping solidify the genre's ongoing evolution during the decade.
Best for
dynamic journey with emotional peaks headphone detail hunting experience vibrant rhythms that invite exploration
Context
Released in 1995, 'Time Warp' came during Chick Corea's prolific period in the 1990s when he was exploring varied musical styles and collaborations. This album followed the acclaimed 'Remembering Bud Powell' and showcased his continued evolution as a pianist and composer, incorporating elements of both improvisation and structured composition.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 One World Over (Prologue) 0:51
  • 2 Time Warp Standout 3:16
  • 3 The Wish 7:39
  • 4 Tenor Cadenza 1:45
  • 5 Terrain 6:06
  • 6 Arndok's Grave 4:37
  • 7 Bass Intro to Discovery 3:20
  • 8 Discovery Standout 9:05
  • 9 Piano Intro to New Life 4:06
  • 10 New Life Standout 11:08
  • 11 One World Over 5:29

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