Urban Bushmen
Art Ensemble of Chicago · 1982
92 min · 10 tracks · free jazz
A vibrant fusion of free jazz and traditional African rhythms, echoing the urban experience and cultural roots.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic exploration of urban themes
- wave-like pacing with resolution
- immersive listening in two halves
- cultural roots and vibrant rhythms
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1982, the Art Ensemble of Chicago had solidified their identity as pioneers in free jazz, following their influential albums like 'Bap-Tizum' (1973) and 'Nice Guys' (1979). 'Urban Bushmen' marked a continuation of their exploration into the intersection of jazz and African musical traditions, showcasing their innovative approach to improvisation and ensemble dynamics. This album came during a period when they were transitioning into greater recognition in the avant-garde scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ornette Coleman· Henry Threadgill· Anthony Braxton
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Promenade: Cote Bamako I 4:11
- 2 Bush Magic 5:05
- 3 Urban Magic: a) March; b) Warm Night Blues Stroll; c) Down the Walkway; RM Express 15:45
- 4 Sun Precondition Two - Theme for SCO: a) Soweto Messenger; b) Bushman Triumphant; c) Entering the City; d) Announcement of Victory 21:53
Disc 2
- 1 New York Is Full of Lonely People 7:37
- 2 Ancestral Meditation 6:56
- 3 Uncle 17:29
- 4 Peter and Judith 2:39
- 5 Promenade: Cote Bamako II 5:57
- 6 Odwalla / Theme 5:14
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