Sequins Meet Saturn as Sun Ra Scores Black Radicalism in 4/4 Time
Jazz musician, poet, and bandleader Sun Ra channels Black radicalism not through slogans, but through planetary chords and sequined jumpsuits. Jam sessions morph into rituals, structured yet improvisational, under his idiosyncratic baton.
His meticulously curated aesthetic, from cosmic robes to futuristic headdresses, becomes inseparable from his sonic experimentation. Sound and style function less as adornment, more as resistance stitched and arranged in 4/4 time.
"Sun Ra: A Symphony of Jazz, Poetry, and Fashion, Echoing Black Radicalism"
Immersing oneself in the legacy of jazz musician, poet, and bandleader Sun Ra, one finds a fascinating fusion of music and fashion. Sun Ra's rigorous music sessions and innovative costuming choices serve as a testament to his creative genius.
His musical journey, punctuated by bold sartorial choices, is a reflection of his unique artistic expression. It is a compelling narrative of Black radicalism, where music and fashion intertwine, offering a profound insight into his cultural context.
John Hiatt's 'Bring the Family' is his eighth album produced by John Chelew, featuring Ry Cooder, Nick Lowe and Jim Keltner and released on May 29, 1987 by A&MTrack Listing...
Tina Turner's 'Private Dancer' is her fifth (and best-selling) solo album released on May 29, 1984 By Capitol Records.Track Listing : 1.I Might Have Been Queen (Jeanette Obstoj, Rupert Hine,...
Jamie xx' 'In Colour' is his debut studio album featuring The xx members Romy and Oliver Sim and released on May 29, 2015 by Young Turks.Track Listing : 1.Gosh (Jamie...
How well do you know the music of Boys Dont Cry, Loose Ends, Barry Manilow, The James Taylor Quartet, Taco, Arthur Baker And The Backbeat Disciples, Tavares, Stevie Wonder, The...
Marcus Miller's 'Renaissance' is his nineteenth studio album released on May 28, 2012 by Concord Jazz. Track Listing : 1.Detroit (Marcus Miller ) - 05:45 . 2.Redemption (Marcus Miller )...
Featuring: Orquesta La Bella Luz, Michael Flores, Darell, Christian Nodal, Elena Rose, Jombriel, Abel Pintos, Christian Nodal, Xavi, Yan Block, Greeicy, Grupo Frontera, BNYX, Javi Melendez, Velito El Bufón, Marcela...
>> EN FRANCAIS | >> EN ESPAÑOLTODAY We Listen To Bob Dylan, Wings, Al Jarreau, Astrud Gilberto, Al Green, Aretha Franklin, Neil Young, Terence Blanchard, Robert Glasper We Celebrate André 3000, OutKast, Siouxsie Sioux,...
How well do you know the music of Katherine Jenkins, Turin Brakes, Ladyhawke, Rod Stewart, Candie Payne, The Reelists, The Duke Spirit, The Corrs, Belle Perez, Raul Malo, Fat Joe,...
May 27, 1973 - Bob Marley & The Wailers - that is Bunny Wailer (voc, perc), Peter Tosh (g, voc), Aston Barrett (b), Carlton Barrett (d) and Earl "Way" Lindo...
This day (May 27, 1950), in Memphis, Tennessee, is born Denise Eileen Garrett a.k.a Dee Dee Bridgewater, an American Jazz singer.Tracklist : 1 . Peace (2019) 2 . Tiny Desk...
This day (May 27, 1963), in Havana, Cuba, is born Gonzalo Rubalcaba, a Grammy Award-winning Cuban jazz pianist and composer.Tracklist : 1 . Joy, Joie (2019) 2 . Gitaneria (2018)...
Marvin Gaye, Desmond Dekker, Levon Helm, Lenny Kravitz, Noel Gallagher, Paul Weller , Morrissey, Bob Dylan, Gil Scott Heron, Thom Yorke, David Crosby, James Blake, Ronald Isley
How well do you know the music of Rod Stewart, Wilson Phillips, Mr. Big, Tommy Page, Toni Braxton, Gloria Estefan, Natalie Merchant, Hal, Robyn, Joe Cocker, The Affair, Kym Mazelle...
'Absolutely Free' by The Mothers of Invention is their second album produed by Frank Zappa and released on May 26, 1967 by Verve.Track Listing : 1.Plastic People (Frank Zappa) -...
How well do you know the music of Robert Palmer, Debbie Harry, ABC, Miami Sound Machine, Yazoo, Peter Schilling, Whitesnake, Kim Wilde, Meat Loaf, Marc Almond & Bronski Beat, Dead...
May 25, 1958 - Paul Weller, English singer, songwriter and guitarist, founder and member of The Jam is 63. Happy Birthday SirTracklist : 1 . Jam - In The City...
Phoenix 'Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix' is their fourth studio album co-produced with Philippe Zdar and released on May 25, 2009 by V2 Records. Track Listing : 1.Lisztomania (Phoenix) - 04:01 ....
>> EN FRANCAIS | >> EN ESPAÑOLTODAY We Listen To Katie Melua, En Vogue, David Bowie, Sleater-Kinney, Small Faces, Travis, Common, Orbital, Sonny Rollins, Herbie Hancock We Celebrate Bob Dylan, Patti Labelle, Archie Shepp,...
How well do you know the music of The Cribs, Kids In Glass Houses, Boomkat, The Fratellis, Source, PJ Harvey, Mumm-Ra, Staind, The Eighties Matchbox B-Line Disaster, Ash, Brand New,...
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “ACCEPT ALL”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent.
This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
Cookie
Duration
Description
cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional
11 months
The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-others
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy
11 months
The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
×
Stay Updated on This Artist
Get notified when we add new content to this page.
