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Voices in the Wilderness

John Zorn · 2003

124 min · 24 tracks · avant-garde jazz

A labyrinthine exploration of avant-garde jazz, weaving intricate textures and improvisational brilliance across its sprawling duration.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration of intricate sound
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • immersive journey through improvisation
  • experimental sounds for focused listening
  • engaging with layered textures

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer straightforward structure

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2003, 'Voices in the Wilderness' is part of John Zorn's prolific output during a period marked by heightened experimentation. This album followed several significant projects, including 'The Gift' (2001) and showcases Zorn's continued evolution as a composer and performer. At this point, Zorn had firmly established himself as a leading figure in avant-garde music, known for his genre-defying collaborations.
Stylistic neighbors
Mike Patton· The Thing· Merzbow

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Karaim 4:19
  • 2 Kisofim 6:45
  • 3 Meholalot 4:57
  • 4 Lakom 4:08
  • 5 Tekufah 6:25
  • 6 Paran 5:09
  • 7 Khebar 2:21
  • 8 Nevalah 3:40
  • 9 Abidan 3:55
  • 10 Tirzah 5:06
  • 11 Peliyot 5:51
  • 12 Shebuah 8:26

Disc 2

  • 1 Ziphim 7:17
  • 2 Avodah 5:33
  • 3 Rokhev 3:19
  • 4 Tannaim 3:30
  • 5 Acharei Mot 7:35
  • 6 Malkut 3:32
  • 7 Kochot 3:50
  • 8 Jair 5:24
  • 9 Ne'eman 6:56
  • 10 Tahah 3:46
  • 11 Tiferet 5:04
  • 12 Kedem 7:28

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