Voyage
Chick Corea · 1984
45 min · 5 tracks · post-bop · avant-garde jazz
A mesmerizing blend of intricate melodies and improvisational freedom that transports listeners across soundscapes.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released in 1984, 'Voyage' is part of Chick Corea's prolific output during the 1980s, following his influential work with Return to Forever. By this time, Corea had established himself as a leading figure in jazz, pushing boundaries with synthesizers and avant-garde elements while maintaining strong ties to traditional jazz forms.
- If you like
- post-bop, avant-garde jazz
Voyage is an album by Chick Corea, released in 1984. A mesmerizing blend of intricate melodies and improvisational freedom that transports listeners across soundscapes. The album is notable for its critical acclaim, showcasing Corea's versatility and innovation within the jazz genre. It reflects the burgeoning interest in fusion and instrumental experimentation during the 1980s, influencing many contemporary jazz musicians and earning a place in discussions about the evolution of jazz. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Voyage sound like?
A mesmerizing blend of intricate melodies and improvisational freedom that transports listeners across soundscapes. Rooted in post-bop and avant-garde jazz.
What makes Voyage by Chick Corea notable?
The album is notable for its critical acclaim, showcasing Corea's versatility and innovation within the jazz genre. It reflects the burgeoning interest in fusion and instrumental experimentation during the 1980s, influencing many contemporary jazz musicians and earning a place in discussions about the evolution of jazz. Released in 1984, 'Voyage' is part of Chick Corea's prolific output during the 1980s, following his influential work with Return to Forever. By this time, Corea had established himself as a leading figure in jazz, pushing boundaries with synthesizers and avant-garde elements while maintaining strong ties to traditional jazz forms.
Who is Voyage for?
Voyage works well if you're into long immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on Voyage?
Voyage has 5 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mallorca Standout 10:55
- 2 Diversions Standout 12:54
- 3 Star Island 5:40
- 4 Free Fall Standout 8:37
- 5 Hong Kong 7:40
Release Date
July 1, 1984
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
45 min 46 sec
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