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Released 7 years ago this June

Zëss

Magma · 2019

37 min · 7 tracks · Zeuhl

A cosmic blend of avant-garde jazz and progressive rock, swirling through existential themes in a unique language.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady progression with resolution
  • cosmic exploration of existence
  • thoughtful listening in order
  • immersive experience for deep focus

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer simple, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2019, Magma was celebrating over four decades of innovative music since their formation in 1969. 'Zëss' marked their first studio album in ten years, following 'Ëmëhntëhtt-Ré' from 2009, showcasing their enduring influence in the Zeuhl genre and commitment to pushing musical boundaries.
Stylistic neighbors
Henry Cow· Art Zoyd· Zao

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Ẁöhm dëhm Zeuhl Stadium (Hymne au néant) 4:55
  • 2 Da Zeuhl Ẁortz dëhm Ẁrëhntt (Les forces de l’univers – les éléments) 6:22
  • 3 Dï Ẁööhr Sprašer (La voix qui parle) 5:12
  • 4 Štreüm Ündets Ẁëhëm (Pont de l’en-delá) 6:04
  • 5 Zëss Mahntëhr Kantöhm (Le maître chant) 8:08
  • 6 Zï Ïss Ẁöss Štëhëm (Vers l’infiniment) 3:15
  • 7 Dümgëhl Blaö (Glas ultime) 3:58

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