Matthew Shipp, the avant-garde jazz pianist and composer, invites you into the vast expanse of "The Cosmic Piano," set to release on June 20, 2025, under Cantaloupe Music. This album is a testament to Shipp's innovative spirit, blending free jazz, avant-garde, and nu jazz into a captivating 56-minute journey through sound.
With tracks like "The Cosmic Piano," "Cosmic Junk," and "Orbit Light," Shipp explores the intersection of jazz and the cosmos, creating a unique sonic landscape that is both introspective and expansive. His signature style shines through in pieces like "Piano's DNA Upgrade" and "The Other Dimensional Tone," where he pushes the boundaries of traditional jazz, infusing it with a futuristic edge.
"Blues Orgasm" and "Radio Signals from Jazz Keys" showcase Shipp's ability to blend raw emotion with complex musical structures, while "Suburban Outerspace" and "Subconscious Piano" delve into the subconscious mind, creating a sense of introspection and reflection.
The album concludes with "The Future Is in the Past" and "A Cosmic Thank You," leaving the listener with a sense of closure and gratitude. "The Cosmic Piano" is not just an album; it's an experience, a journey through the cosmos of sound that only Matthew Shipp can create. Prepare to be transported to another dimension of jazz.
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