Tribute
Paul Motian · 1974
37 min · 5 tracks · free jazz
A meditative exploration of sound, blending free jazz improvisation with poignant melodies and intricate rhythms.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its contribution to the free jazz genre, showcasing Motian’s unique approach to composition and rhythm. It received positive critical reception, influencing subsequent generations of jazz musicians and solidifying Motian's legacy as a pioneering drummer and composer.
- Best for
- meditative soundscapes for reflection gradual builds to emotional resolution intricate rhythms for attentive listening
- Context
- Released in 1974, 'Tribute' marks Paul Motian's first album as a bandleader after his work as a drummer with influential figures like Bill Evans. This album showcases Motian's artistic evolution, signifying his shift from sideman to an innovative leader in the jazz scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thelonious Monk· Christina Aguilera· Bob Dylan· Diana Ross· Barbra Streisand· Aretha Franklin· Prince· Ella Fitzgerald
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Victoria Standout 5:25
- 2 Tuesday Ends Saturday 6:39
- 3 War Orphans Standout 7:28
- 4 Sod House 9:51
- 5 Song for Ché Standout 8:33
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