Released 10 years ago
What Was Said
Jarle Vespestad · 2016
59 min · 13 tracks · jazz
A contemplative blend of jazz textures and emotive melodies, inviting introspection at every turn.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective moments of reflection
- wave-like pacing for contemplation
- gradual build towards resolution
- emotive melodies inviting introspection
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking immediate energetic gratification
- prefer standalone upbeat tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 29, 2016, 'What Was Said' is Jarle Vespestad's debut solo album after years of collaboration with various artists in the Norwegian jazz scene. At this point, he was transitioning from a supportive role as a drummer to a frontman, showcasing his versatility and artistic vision through original compositions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hiromi Uehara· Sun Ra· Charles Mingus
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Your Grief 2:45
- 2 I See You 5:09
- 3 Imagine the Frog Disappearing 6:23
- 4 A Castle in Heaven 4:46
- 5 Journey of Life 7:26
- 6 I Refuse 5:42
- 7 What Was Said to the Rose / O Sacred Head 5:35
- 8 The Way You Play My Heart 3:03
- 9 Rull 3:08
- 10 The Source of Now 4:25
- 11 Sweet Melting 3:23
- 12 Longing to Praise Thee 4:26
- 13 Sweet Melting Afterglow 3:39
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