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Thelonious Monk Epistrophy
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Just blew up the GLaDOS car and it pissed Del off. Woops. Oh well.
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9:06 PM EST December 22, 2023:
Thelonious Monk - "Epistrophy"
From the album Monk's Greatest Hits
(1962)
Last song scrobbled from iTunes at Last.fm
File under: Bebop/Hard Bop
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LUNCH®️ #epistrophy #nyc #lunch #me #nolitanyc #summer #love https://www.instagram.com/p/ChVB14dKhjP/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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Epistrophy Septet, Moon Flower, 2022
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game breaking bugs in cp2077 chip away at my soul and eventually i will break and shatter into pieces
#this isn’t a ‘OUGGH cyberpunk is unplayable!!!!!’ post#it’s playable for the most part but god does it make it hard sometimes!!!!!!!!!!#like things will fail or take forever to render and load/lag/phone call dialogue is laggy and buggy#like the epistrophy mission almost broke entirely bc phone call dialogue was fucked up and just did not even occur#my ps4 does not like this game very much#txt
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Thelonious Monk Quartet with John Coltrane Epistrophy, Live at Carnegie Hall 1957
Thelonious Monk – piano
John Coltrane – tenor saxophone
Ahmed Abdul-Malik – bass
Shadow Wilson – drums
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✨ 🎶 when u get this u have to put 5 songs u actually listen to, publish. then, send this to 10 of your favorite followers 🎶 ✨
@prettylittleproblem always tags me as a thank you for some Lady D .... ;-)
Here are a few selections from my History list:
Give Love on Christmas Day - The Temptations
Epistrophy - Thelonious Monk
Peaches En Regalia - Frank Zappa
Not Another Christmas Song - Blink-182
Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer - Goldfinger
Yeah, a bunch of wacky Xmas tunes ;-)
@tewz, @mashkwi, @forgiven-disobedience, @treinmeisje, @tang-you-very-much Watcha listening to lately?>
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I love making up words I love specificity I love metaphors and allegories I love epistrophies and anaphoras I love personification I love how powerful and impactful subtle language choices can be and how fun it is to manipulate language
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Keefe Jackson / Oscar Hoogland / Joshua Abrams / Mikel Patrick Avery — These Things Happen (Astral Spirits)
Photo by Geert Vandepoele
These Things Happen by Keefe Jackson / Oscar Jan Hoogland / Joshua Abrams / Mikel Patrick Avery
Gazing back through history is every bit as viable a strategy in jazz as is pushing forward. But whenever musicians deal with history, it’s fair to ask what they’re bringing to the table, especially when they’re dealing with a subject as oft-investigated as Thelonious Monk.
In the case of this Chicago-meets-Amsterdam quartet, which went on to claim the name of this record as its own sometime between the date of the recording session (April 29, 2016) and its ultimate release in August 2022, Monk’s material multitasks. The way they amplify Monk’s potential for rhythmic clunkiness on “Epistrophy” is not only an opportunity to take to task every slick session that’s smoothed out the master’s eccentricities, but also an opportunity to celebrate the wooden shoe timing of noted Monk afficionado and ICP Orchestra founder Misha Mengelberg. When this record was made, Hoogland, whose 1983 birthday makes him the youngest guy in the band, seemed a likely candidate to inherent Mengelberg’s prankster-genius mantle. While he’s since proved too restless to stick to jazz, his approach to “Bemsha Swing” shows why he could have done the job. He and drummer Mikel Patrick Avery show an acrobatic team’s aplomb as they exaggerate the tune’s jagged cadence into a lurching, airborne spectacle.
Monk’s music is also simultaneously challenging and a kind of lingua franca, which is a handy thing to draw upon when your band’s members have complicated schedules and far-flung addresses, but don’t want to just cruise their way through some simple tunes. The melodies that Keefe Jackson’s tenor saxophone navigates on “Epistrophy” amount to a 3-D chess abstraction of lines that are already way more jagged than you might remember them to be. And Joshua Abrams’ bass hops through the trickiest parts of “Bemsha Swing” like a jiujitsu-trained ballet dancer skipping from one lily pad to the next, crossing the pond without once wetting his feet.
All this attention paid to the Monk material should not be interpreted as shade cast upon the record’s other four performances. The way they saunter and lurch through Herbie Nichols’ martial “The Happenings” is so broad and sure-footed, one suspects that they must be trying to hide something with big smiles. The rises and falls of Dewey Redman’s “Gotta Get Some Sleep” are so fitful, it’s an honorary Monk tune. And Hoogland’s two contributions stand tall in lofty company. “Wimpel” covers a lot of ground in a short time, starting out romantic, turning abstract, then coming back with double ardor. And the antic zigzags of “Aanhanguis” will have you grabbing the sides of your chair just to keep from falling off. One caveat — this album lasts just 22 minutes, and you may find yourself wishing there were 22 more. But the choice to cut the LP at 45 RPM brings out the best in a very good sound.
Bill Meyer
#keefe jackson#oscar hoogland#joshua abrams#mikel patrick avery#these things happen#astral spirits#bill meyer#albumreview#dusted magazine#chicago#amsterdam#thelonius monk#herbie nichols#dewey redmond#jazz
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Epistrophy Arts presents
Meridian Brothers (Bogotá, Col)
With Superfónicos (ATX)
Tuesday August 16. 8pm
Antone's Nightclub (305 E 5th St., Austin, TX 78701)
Tickets $25 advance, $35 door
“Genius prophets of colombian weirdness" - MTV Iggy
“For those who haven’t heard previously heard them, Colombia’s Meridian Brothers are easily among the most interesting groups in South America” - AFROPOP
“Tuneful, clever and enormous fun” - THE GUARDIAN
“The Meridian brothers push all boundaries of what you think you know about music. Promise, you'll love it” - NPR
“So why listen? Because it takes a strong will and clear musical vision for a band to cut through all the music for which Colombia is known” - NPR
“A dream world between electronic experimentation and regional folk” - LE MONDE
“Tropical madness from the most consistent of all the “world for club culture” labels. Twisted cumbia at around 150BPM... terrorises the dancefloor!”- GILLES PETERSON
Colombian guitarist and composer Eblis Alvarez started Meridian Brothers back in 1998 as a vehicle for his own experimental music. Over the years, the group has evolved into a five-piece band focused on re-interpreting all manners of Latin Tropical styles with a strong psychedelic and experimental sensibility. The Meridian Brothers’ music uses popular Latin American rhythms, augmented by sampling techniques, elaborate effect processing, and Eblis’ quirky and theatrical vocals, which channel imaginary characters with both pathos and humor.
The group has released records on Soundway records, Names You can Trust and Bongo Joe and have proved very popular in South America and Europe where the band has toured extensively and has started to reach out to an audience more familiar with indie rock and experimental than Latin music.
Meridian's new album is a tribute to New York's 70's era Salsa Dura. For the project, they have created an avatar, a fictitious group named El Grupo Renacimiento, and written a new repertoire trying to emulate the writing style of those late 60's and early 70's groups while retaining the Meridian Brothers idiosyncratic style of arranging and recording. The sound of instruments has been modified to fit the Meridian electronic templates, and the result is a fantastic album true to the spirit of Salsa Dura and in line with Eblis Alvarez two decade-long experiment with Latin tropical sounds.
The album will be released on the Ansonia label - a historical Latin label that was specialized in Puerto Rican, Dominican and Cuban music from the 1960's and has only recently been revived and has made its catalog finally available on digital platforms.
Meridian Brothers new album will be their first release in over 30 years - a nod from Ansonia Records to the legacy of Latin music history as it steps into the modern era.
Eblis Alvarez has been an intricate part of the new generation of Colombian musicians for the past ten years. He is also a former member of Frente Cumbiero and a current member of trio Los Pirañas.
Meridian Brothers include Maria Valencia (saxophone, clarinet, percussion and synthesizers), , Cesar Quevedo (bass) and Alejandro Forero (electronics and synthesizers) Mauricio Ramirez (drums)
Superfónicos is Colombian Funk. Better yet, it is Caríbe Soul…fed by the Indigenous and African roots of the band’s Colombian heritage, telegraphing a politics of peace and unity from the stage to your ears. They only ask that you dance toward a place in your mind beyond struggle and strife.
Superfónicos was formed when bassist Nico Sanchez and guitarist Erick Bohorquez began discussions about creating a group with a foundation in Afro-Colombian rhythms. They soon teamed up with guitarist Andres Villegas and percussionist Daniel Sanchez, and started rehearsing together during time away from their other bands. That core group developed the band’s unique sound, laying the foundation of what was to come. In 2016, gaitero and vocalist Jaime Ospina—who has recorded with the likes of Pacha Massive—relocated from Colombia to Austin, where he met and instantly connected with the group. It was also during this time that the band met with famed local producer and Grammy winner Adrian Quesada at Level One Sound. Their recording session resulted in a sound that not only encapsulates a moment in time but helped to define Superfónicos as a collective. It is a musical mestizo that is ever-changing but deeply rooted in Caribbean flavors.
Epistrophy Arts is a grass-roots cultural organization dedicated to presenting the finest adventurous and improvised music in Austin Texas. Since January of 1998 we have presented over 50 concerts with some of the major figures in international contemporary adventurous music
This project is supported in part by the Cultural Arts Division of the City of Austin Economic Development Department.
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Sun-ra poetry selected by brent edward hayes, epistrophies
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Thelonious Monk: Architect of Jazz Innovation and Uniqueness
In the rich tapestry of jazz history, the name Thelonious Monk stands as a beacon of innovation, unpredictability, and sheer artistic brilliance. Born on October 10, 1917, in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, Monk emerged as one of the most influential figures in the world of jazz, leaving an indelible mark on the genre with his distinctive approach to composition and improvisation. Step into the enigmatic world of jazz with our Thelonious Monk-inspired T-shirts, a sartorial ode to the timeless eccentricity and musical genius of the legendary pianist.
Early Years and Musical Upbringing
Thelonious Sphere Monk's musical journey began in his early childhood. Raised in New York City, Monk's exposure to music came primarily through the church, where his mother, Barbara, served as the church organist. Monk's early interest in the piano was nurtured by his family, and by the age of 11, he had already begun to showcase his prodigious talent.
Innovations in Jazz Harmony and Rhythm
Monk's impact on jazz is perhaps most prominently felt in the realm of harmony. His unique approach to chord voicings and dissonant intervals challenged the conventional norms of the time. Monk's compositions, such as "Round Midnight" and "Blue Monk," are characterized by their unconventional harmonic structures, marked by angular melodies and unexpected chord progressions.
His use of dissonance, often incorporating clusters of notes played in close proximity, created a sense of tension and release that was revolutionary in the jazz landscape. Monk's harmonic innovations laid the foundation for future generations of jazz musicians to explore new possibilities in tonality and expression.
The Pianistic Genius
Monk's distinctive pianism is immediately recognizable. His percussive and angular playing style, coupled with his penchant for dissonant chords, created a sonic signature that set him apart from his contemporaries. The rhythmic complexity of Monk's playing, characterized by unexpected accents and pauses, added an additional layer of intrigue to his performances.
His influence on piano technique and style extended beyond his compositions. Monk's idiosyncratic approach to the instrument, with his use of staccato accents and unexpected pauses, challenged the conventional norms of jazz piano playing. His innovations continue to resonate in the work of countless pianists who have drawn inspiration from Monk's groundbreaking style.
The Birth of Bebop and Monk's Role
The 1940s saw the emergence of the bebop movement, a revolutionary shift in jazz characterized by rapid tempos, complex harmonies, and intricate improvisation. Monk played a crucial role in shaping the bebop sound, collaborating with pioneers such as Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie. His compositions, including "Well, You Needn't" and "Epistrophy," became emblematic of the bebop era.
While Monk's contemporaries were often at the forefront of the bebop movement, Monk's own unique contributions were sometimes overshadowed. His compositions, though revered by fellow musicians, did not always find immediate commercial success. Nevertheless, Monk's uncompromising commitment to his artistic vision and his refusal to conform to established norms set him apart as a true innovator.
The Legendary Monk Quartet
In the mid-1950s, Monk formed the legendary Thelonious Monk Quartet, a group that featured John Coltrane on tenor saxophone, Wilbur Ware on bass, and Shadow Wilson on drums. This quartet, often hailed as one of the greatest in the history of jazz, produced some of Monk's most iconic recordings.
The partnership with Coltrane, in particular, was a meeting of two musical giants. Coltrane's fiery and expressive playing complemented Monk's idiosyncratic compositions, creating a synergy that elevated both artists to new heights. The recordings from this period, including the album "Thelonious Monk with John Coltrane," are celebrated as masterpieces of jazz collaboration.
Monk's Compositional Legacy
Thelonious Monk's compositions have become an integral part of the jazz repertoire. His tunes, characterized by their memorable melodies and intricate harmonic structures, continue to be studied and performed by musicians around the world. "Round Midnight," arguably Monk's most famous composition, has been recorded by countless artists and remains a jazz standard.
Monk's compositional style was rooted in a deep understanding of the blues, and his ability to infuse bluesy sensibilities into complex harmonic settings contributed to the enduring appeal of his music. His compositions often featured unexpected rhythmic twists and turns, keeping both musicians and listeners on their toes.
The Jazz Vanguard: Monk's Impact on the Genre
Beyond his contributions as a pianist and composer, Monk played a pivotal role in shaping the broader landscape of jazz. His unapologetic commitment to originality and innovation encouraged other musicians to explore their own unique voices. Monk's impact extended beyond the confines of bebop, influencing the development of post-bop, free jazz, and avant-garde jazz.
Monk's insistence on individual expression and his rejection of musical conventions opened doors for future generations of jazz artists to embrace their creative instincts. His influence is evident in the work of avant-garde musicians such as Cecil Taylor and Ornette Coleman, who drew inspiration from Monk's fearless approach to musical exploration.
Challenges and Recognition
Despite his undeniable genius, Monk faced challenges in his career. His unorthodox playing style and sometimes unpredictable behavior led to periods of public misunderstanding. In 1951, Monk's cabaret card was revoked in New York City, a setback that restricted his ability to perform in local venues for several years.
However, Monk's fortunes began to change in the late 1950s and early 1960s. With the support of fellow musicians and growing recognition of his artistic contributions, Monk experienced a resurgence in his career. In 1964, he appeared on the cover of Time magazine, a significant acknowledgment of his status as a jazz innovator.
Later Years and Recognition
In the latter part of his career, Monk continued to tour and record prolifically. His later albums, including "Monk's Dream" (1963) and "Criss-Cross" (1963), showcased his enduring creativity. Monk's impact on jazz was further recognized when he was awarded the prestigious Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1997, a fitting tribute to his lasting contributions to the genre.
Monk's Persona: Quirks and Eccentricities
Thelonious Monk's persona was as distinctive as his music. Known for his distinctive sense of style, which often included distinctive hats and sunglasses, Monk's onstage presence reflected his offbeat approach to life. His penchant for abrupt pauses during performances, as well as his sometimes enigmatic behavior, only added to the mystique surrounding the man and his music.
Legacy and Influence
Thelonious Monk's legacy endures not only through his recordings but also through the impact he had on the evolution of jazz. His uncompromising commitment to originality and his fearless exploration of musical possibilities continue to inspire musicians across genres. Monk's influence can be heard in the work of pianists ranging from Herbie Hancock and Chick Corea to modern innovators like Brad Mehldau.
Monk's compositions remain a rite of passage for jazz musicians, a testament to the enduring power of his musical vision. His contributions to jazz harmony, rhythm, and composition have left an indelible mark on the genre, ensuring that Thelonious Monk's legacy will resonate through the ages as a testament to the boundless possibilities of artistic expression in jazz. Embrace the avant-garde flair of jazz with our Thelonious Monk T-shirt, embodying the quirky elegance and groundbreaking creativity of the legendary pianist.
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