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Sun Ra

Best Of [ Vinyl / 12" Album Coloured Vinyl (Limited Edition) ]

Best Of

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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album Coloured Vinyl (Limited Edition)

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  • Released Date: 29 Apr 2024

  • Genre: Jazz

Our Take

Buckle up, earthlings, because we are diving headfirst into the cosmic jive of Sun Ra's "The Best Of" on white vinyl. This compilation is like a sonic spaceship blasting off into the outer reaches of the universe, where jazz meets avant-garde meets pure intergalactic weirdness.

From the otherworldly grooves of "Space Is the Place" to the mind-bending solos of "Rocket Number Nine", Sun Ra takes us on a genre-defying journey that defies all earthly conventions. His band, the Arkestra, is a tight-knit ensemble of musicians who navigate these uncharted musical waters with skill and finesse.

The vinyl pressing adds an extra layer of magic to these already spellbinding tracks. The pristine white colour of the record is like a blank canvas waiting to be painted with the sounds of Sun Ra's visionary music. Each crackle and pop only serves to enhance the otherworldly atmosphere of the album.

So, dear readers, if you're looking for an auditory adventure unlike anything you've ever experienced, "The Best Of Sun Ra" on white vinyl is the ticket you've been searching for. Strap in, prepare for liftoff, and let the cosmic vibrations of Sun Ra wash over you. Your ears will thank you for it.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. We Travel the Spaceways
2. Enlightenment
3. Plutonian Nights
4. Sunology
5. Adventure in Space
6. Watusa
7. Medicine for a Nightmare
8. Saturn
9. Between Two Worlds
10. 'Round Midnight
11. You Never Told Me That You Care
12. The Golden Lady (Lady With the Golden Stockings)
13. October
14. Anck
15. New Horizons
16. India
17. The Others in Their World
18. Interplanetary
19. Space Loneliness
20. Bye Bye

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About the artist

Sun Ra

SUN RA: The Space Age Jazz Pioneer Picture this: It’s 1914 in Birmingham, Alabama. A baby is born under the name Herman Poole Blount, destined to become one of the most influential figures in jazz history. Fast forward a few decades, and that baby has transformed into the intergalactic jazz overlord known as SUN RA. SUN RA first made waves in the 1950s with his groundbreaking blend of jazz, free improvisation, and Afrofuturism. He famously claimed to be an alien from Saturn, and his music certainly sounds like it’s beamed in from another planet. With his Arkestra in tow, SUN RA became a force to be reckoned with on the jazz scene, pushing boundaries and challenging conventions with every note. His discography is vast and varied, ranging from the chaotic cacophony of "Atlantis" to the sublime beauty of "Space Is the Place." SUN RA's music is like a cosmic rollercoaster ride, taking listeners on a journey through the outer reaches of the universe and back again. But SUN RA was more than just a musician – he was a spiritual leader, a philosopher, and a visionary. His live performances were legendary, featuring elaborate costumes, fantastical stage sets, and mind-bending visuals. He truly was ahead of his time, laying the groundwork for generations of experimental jazz musicians to come. So if you’re looking to expand your musical horizons and take a trip to the outer limits of the cosmos, look no further than SUN RA. Strap in, buckle up, and prepare for a sonic adventure like no other.

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