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Theo Parrish – Saga of resistance – Sun Ra tribute (12″ vinyl, 33 ⅓ RPM)
14,00 €
CONDITION: Second Hand – Near Mint (NM ou M-)
“Theo Parrish – Sun Ra – Saga of Resistance” is a captivating vinyl that brings together two major musical figures: Theo Parrish and Sun Ra. This “white label” vinyl is a unique tribute to the musical and philosophical legacy of Sun Ra, legendary jazz composer and cosmic jazz pioneer. Theo Parrish, renowned producer and DJ, revisits the iconic compositions of Sun Ra by adding his own artistic vision. The tracks on the album are steeped in hypnotic groove and a bold fusion of jazz, funk, soul and electronica. “Theo Parrish – Sun Ra – Saga of Resistance” is a vinyl that celebrates creativity and artistic resistance, transporting us on a captivating and extraordinary sonic journey. It is a must for fans of contemporary jazz, electronic music and sonic explorers looking for daring musical adventures.
Label: White Label (Kindred Spirits)
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Description
The 12″ vinyl “Theo Parrish – Saga of resistance – Sun Ra tribute” is a unique musical piece that combines the talents of an influential house DJ and producer, Theo Parrish, with the music and spirit of Sun Ra, an innovator of jazz and pioneer of Afrofuturism. fully the scope and importance of this record, it is useful to explore in depth the careers of the two artists involved, as well as the context in which this vinyl was created.
Theo Parrish is an American DJ and producer based in Detroit, a city known for its crucial role in the development of electronic music and house. Born in Washington D.C. and raised in Chicago, he was exposed from an early age to a rich musical diversity ranging from jazz to soul, funk and house< /strong>. Parrish is often praised for his distinctive approach to house music, integrating elements from these varied genres to create complex and deeply emotional mixes. His performances as a DJ are renowned for their intensity and depth, where he manipulates vinyl records with an impressive skill, creating immersive atmospheres.
Sun Ra, whose real name is Herman Poole Blount, is one of the most enigmatic and influential figures in jazz. Active primarily from the 1950s until his death in 1993, Sun Ra was a pioneer of what he called Afrofuturism – a fusion of music, philosophy and mythology that sought to imagine a future where people of Africa would play a central role. His music was a bold blend of traditional jazz, free jazz, electronic music and avant-garde orchestral compositions. Sun Ra was also known for his group, the Arkestra, which often adopted flamboyant costumes inspired by ancient Egypt and science fiction, reinforcing its message of a cosmic and transcendental African identity.
The meeting of these two worlds – that ofTheo Parrish and Sun Ra – in “Theo Parrish – Saga of resistance – Sun Ra tribute” is a fascinating fusion. The album’s very title, “Saga of Resistance”, suggests a theme of struggle and resilience, likely echoing the historical and contemporary experiences of black communities. The resistance mentioned here can be understood as both political and cultural resistance.
On a musical level, Parrish brings his production and mixing expertise to reinterpret and reimagine songs from Sun Ra, using modern production techniques to inject new dimensions in original music. Parrish’s house beats mix with Sun Ra’s cosmic sounds and free jazz, creating an atmosphere that is both futuristic and rooted in African musical heritage.
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