"Sun Ra Arkestra's 'It's After the End of the World' is a captivating live album that encapsulates the essence of the band's avant-garde jazz prowess. Recorded at the prestigious Donaueschingen Music Festival and the Berlin Jazz Festival in October and November 1970 respectively, this album is a testament to Sun Ra's innovative approach to music. The Sun Ra Arkestra's performance is a blend of free jazz, jazz, and avant-garde elements, creating a unique and immersive auditory experience. The album features extended compositions such as 'Strange Dreams / Strange Worlds / Black Myth / It's After the End of the World' and 'Black Forest Myth,' showcasing the band's ability to explore complex themes and sounds. With its gatefold sleeve and reissue status, this album is a valuable addition to any music enthusiast's collection. Produced by Joachim Berendt for the MPS label, 'It's After the End of the World' is a live recording that highlights the Sun Ra Arkestra's dynamic performances and their significant contributions to the jazz genre."
The Sun Ra Arkestra, a legendary jazz band, continues to captivate audiences with their unique blend of free jazz, avant-garde, and traditional jazz elements. Led by the visionary Sun Ra, the Arkestra began in the early 1950s and has since become one of the greatest big bands of all time. Under the direction of saxophonist Marshall Allen, the group honors Sun Ra's legacy as a composer, bandleader, pianist, poet, and Afro-Futurist philosopher. Their recent album, "New Dawn," released on Week-End Records, showcases the Arkestra's mastery and features a mix of Sun Ra's compositions and early 20th-century American music. Commissioned to create an accessible and healing album in the Covid era, the Sun Ra Arkestra delivers a timeless collection that celebrates their extraordinary musical journey.
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