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John Coltrane: Sun Ship

16 April 1971 · 56 YEARS

Sun Ship

John Coltrane

Documenting a volatile moment for the group, these recordings feature the band in their most combustible state. The unpolished energy typical of mid-sixties sessions provides a raw, visceral look at a master exploring new limits.

Although the tapes remained shelved for years following his passing, the music offers a clear view of a pivotal stylistic shift. It remains a demanding look at how a jazz group can abandon traditional forms in favor of absolute sonic freedom.

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