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The Art Ensemble Of Chicago: The Third Decade

25 February 1985 · 42 YEARS

The Third Decade

The Art Ensemble Of Chicago

This mid-eighties session serves as a marker for the group as they refined their multi-instrumental style. They maintained their mastery of Great Black Music while avoiding the constraints of any specific label.

The music is intentionally dense, demanding that listeners engage with the band's experimental tendencies. Through years of practice, the group turned their naturally chaotic methods into a tight, unpredictable performance that rewards those who follow their complex musical paths.

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