Turnage: Blood On The Floor

Mark-Anthony Turnage's "Blood On The Floor" is a gripping and intense jazz album released on June 30, 1997, under Decca Music Group Ltd. This collection of nine tracks offers a raw and powerful exploration of the human condition, with Turnage's distinctive compositional style blending jazz, classical, and contemporary influences. The album's title track, "Blood on the Floor," sets the tone with its haunting melodies and intricate rhythms, while tracks like "Junior Addict" and "Needles" delve into darker themes with a sense of urgency and desperation. "Sweet and Decay" and "Elegy for Andy" provide moments of reflection and melancholy, showcasing Turnage's ability to evoke deep emotion through his music. With a runtime of just over an hour and eight minutes, "Blood On The Floor" is a compelling and thought-provoking journey through the complexities of modern life.