
1 April 1980 · 47 YEARS
Full Force
The Art Ensemble Of Chicago
The band focuses on the mantra of great black music by pairing chaotic improvisation with blues-drenched melodies. Tracks such as Magg Zelma show their ability to pivot within a single performance. The group refined their theatrical approach here.
Recorded for ECM in 1980, the album utilizes the label's spacious production style. This clarity brings attention to the group's wide range of little instruments. It represents a pivotal refinement of their multi-instrumental performance for global listeners.