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Sun Ra and His Arkestra

The Futuristic Sounds of Sun Ra [ Vinyl / 12" Album ]

The Futuristic Sounds of Sun Ra

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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album

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  • Released Date: 15 Mar 2019

  • Genre: Jazz

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Album Review: SUN RA - Futuristic Sounds Of

Prepare to have your mind melted and your groove shaken by the otherworldly sounds of SUN RA's latest offering, "Futuristic Sounds Of." This album is a sonic journey through outer space, with Sun Ra and his Arkestra serving as your fearless guides.

From the opening track, "Space Is the Place," you are catapulted into a cosmic adventure filled with funky bass lines, swirling horns, and mind-bending synth solos. Sun Ra's avant-garde approach to jazz is on full display here, as he seamlessly blends elements of free jazz, swing, and electronica into a sound that is truly out of this world.

One moment you're floating through the vast expanse of space on "Rocket Number 9," with its hypnotic rhythm and psychedelic textures. The next, you're being pulled into the gravitational pull of the pulsating grooves of "We Travel the Spaceways," a track that demands you get up off your seat and dance like there's no tomorrow.

But it's not all just interstellar jams and cosmic vibes. Tracks like "Solar Symbols" showcase Sun Ra's versatility as a composer, with its delicate melodies and intricate harmonies leaving you in a state of awe.

In conclusion, "Futuristic Sounds Of" is a mesmerising and mind-expanding listening experience that will leave you questioning the very nature of reality itself. So strap in, dear listener, and get ready to blast off into a musical universe unlike anything you've ever experienced before.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Bassism
2. Of Sounds and Something Else
3. What's That?
4. Where Is Tomorrow?
5. The Beginning
6. Ricky Murray)
7. New Day
8. Tapestry from an Asteroid
9. Jet Flight
10. Looking Outward
11. Space Jazz Reverie

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Sun Ra and His Arkestra

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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