Tuz Buz
Cem Adrian · 2017
62 min · 13 tracks · avant-garde jazz
A haunting blend of avant-garde jazz and traditional Turkish sounds, layered with Cem Adrian's ethereal vocals and emotional depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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Kurşun — This opening track showcases Adrian's dynamic vocal range and sets the tone for the album with its evocative melody and poignant lyrics about loss.
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Ölüyorum Ellerinde — Here, Adrian explores themes of vulnerability through a rich tapestry of sound, combining emotional intensity with complex harmonies that resonate deeply.
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Tuz Buz — The title track encapsulates the album's essence, blending haunting instrumentals with heartfelt lyrics that reflect on fragility and resilience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's innovative fusion of genres and strong arrangements contribute to its distinctiveness and craft.
What we noticed
- The album features intricate arrangements that blend traditional Turkish instruments with avant-garde jazz elements, creating a unique soundscape.
- Several tracks incorporate extended improvisation sections, allowing musicians to explore themes and motifs in real-time.
- The vocal delivery is often layered with effects, creating an ethereal quality that complements the instrumental backdrop.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- emotive vocal expressions throughout
- intricate arrangements for deep listening
- evening introspection with friends
- soulful connection in quiet spaces
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2017, Tuz Buz is Cem Adrian's fourth studio album, following his 2015 release, Sözlerimi Geri Alıyorum. At this point in his career, Adrian was refining his unique sound, which blends diverse musical influences while further establishing himself as a prominent figure in the Turkish avant-garde music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mike Patton· Merzbow· Nils Frahm
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Kurşun 4:34
- 2 Ölüyorum Ellerinde 5:32
- 3 Beni Hatırladın Mı 4:03
- 4 Seni Seviyorum 4:14
- 5 Bu Gece Uyut Beni 4:12
- 6 Buruk 5:11
- 7 Hala Senin Suçun Var 5:24
- 8 Yine Özledim 4:01
- 9 Zaman 4:32
- 10 Gidemem 4:30
- 11 Tut Elimi 4:53
- 12 Geçecek 4:48
- 13 Tuz Buz 6:39
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