Originally captured "live" in January 1977 at New York City's WKCR FM radio station during the "Jazz Alternatives" program, Odyssey of the Oblong Square stands as a testament to the radical spirit of avant-garde jazz in the 1970s. Produced by Steve Reid himself and featuring an exceptional ensemble including Arthur Blythe, Charles Tyler, David Wertman, and Ahmed Abdullah, this album was originally self-released on Reid's own Mustevic Sound label.
Now reissued by the esteemed Soul Jazz Records label, Odyssey of the Oblong Square has earned its reputation as an intense and important jazz classic, drawing comparisons to the groundbreaking work of the Art Ensemble of Chicago, John Coltrane, and Pharoah Sanders. As The Wire put it, the album "reflects the spirit of a generation," making this reissue a compelling opportunity to experience a boldly unconventional recording that helped define an era of creative music.
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- Format: Vinyl
- GOLD Vinyl
- Label: Soul Jazz Records
- Genre: Jazz
- Release Date: 10/07/2022
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TRACKS
A1. Odyssey Theme
A2. Deacon's Son
3. Odyssey Sweet
B2. Ginsamseng
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