The albums that define
modern creative.
Our picks for where to start with modern creative — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
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The modern creative essentials
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Gil Evans
Svengali
A vibrant orchestration of jazz textures blending cool and free jazz into a cinematic soundscape.
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Gil Evans
New Bottle Old Wine
A dynamic blend of orchestral textures and improvisational jazz that challenges traditional forms.
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Ingrid Laubrock
Strong Place
A vibrant tapestry of avant-garde jazz, intertwining complex rhythms with lyrical melodies that evoke deep emotional responses.
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Ingrid Laubrock
Ubatuba
A labyrinthine exploration of sound where avant-garde jazz meets hypnotic rhythms and intricate melodies.
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Alan Silva
Luna Surface
A sprawling exploration of sound where dissonance and harmony intertwine in an expansive jazz landscape.
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Alan Silva
Seasons
An avant-garde tapestry of free jazz, weaving intricate improvisations with expansive sonic landscapes.
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Jim Black
Dogs of Great Indifference
A dense tapestry of avant-garde jazz textures interwoven with intricate rhythms and improvisational flair.
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Tom Rainey
Float Upstream
Complex avant-garde jazz weaving intricate melodies and improvisation into a cohesive and emotive soundscape.
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Tom Rainey
Obbligato
A vibrant tapestry of intricate rhythms and melodic improvisations that redefine jazz standards.
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Bobo Stenson
Goodbye
A contemplative blend of jazz improvisation and lyrical melodies that evoke a sense of wistfulness.
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Bobo Stenson
War Orphans
A rich tapestry of improvisational jazz textures blending introspective melodies with rhythmic complexity.
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