The best Ethno Jazz albums
of the 1970s.
Where to start with 1970–1979 ethno jazz — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top of the 1970s — ethno jazz
Top picks from 1970–1979, ranked by where we would start.
John McLaughlin
Devotion
A mesmerizing blend of jazz fusion and ethno-jazz, rich with complex rhythms and transcendent melodies.
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John McLaughlin
Where Fortune Smiles
A vibrant fusion of jazz improvisation and world music textures, revealing complex emotional landscapes and rhythmic explorations.
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McCoy Tyner
Echoes of a Friend
A vibrant fusion of spiritual jazz and progressive elements, weaving intricate melodies with deep emotional resonance.
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McCoy Tyner
Sama Layuca
A vibrant fusion of progressive jazz and Latin rhythms that intertwines intricate melodies with improvisational brilliance.
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