David Torn -Cloud About Mercury (Touchstones) -ECM Records CD Grooves.land/Playthek

Details / Tracklist:

01. "Suyafhu skin... snapping the hollow reed"

02. "The Mercury Grid"

03. "3 minutes of pure Entertainment"

04. "Previous Man"

05. "Network Of Sparks: The Delicate Code"

06. "Network Of Sparks: Egg Learns To Walk... Suyafhu Seal"

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Digitally remastered edition. "Everything is in a state of transition," David Torn explained. "Mercury is an element that captures the essence of change." The changing soundscape of improvisation in the mid-1980s informs the textures and colors of Cloud About Mercury, whose sonorities are closely related to progressive rock (the rhythm section is half of one incarnation of King Crimson) and to the experimental end of ambient music. Drummer Bill Bruford's affection for this album is undying:" To this day, Torn s guitar on 'Three Minutes of Pure Entertainment' from Cloud About Mercury makes the hairs stand up on the back of my neck." Recorded 1986.

"Cloud About Mercury (Touchstones)" is a groundbreaking album by guitarist and composer David Torn, released in the acclaimed ECM Records "Touchstones" series. This CD showcases Torn's innovative approach to jazz fusion, blending atmospheric soundscapes with intricate improvisations. The album features an all-star lineup including Mark Isham on trumpet, Tony Levin on bass, and Bill Bruford on drums?each bringing their unique artistry to this dynamic recording. David Torn is renowned for his adventurous spirit and genre-defying guitar work; he has collaborated with legends such as David Bowie and Tori Amos, earning critical acclaim for pushing musical boundaries. ECM Records is celebrated worldwide for its high-quality productions and commitment to artistic excellence in contemporary jazz and classical music.

Manufacturer No.:

6752813

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