Life Between the Exit Signs

by Keith Jarrett

Life Between the Exit Signs cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: April 1968
  • Label: Vortex
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 43:11
  • Community rating: 3.49/5 from 2 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Serving as the pianist's debut album as a bandleader, the recording features a trio format alongside bassist Charlie Haden and drummer Paul Motian. 'Life Between the Exit Signs' bridges the gap between structured post-bop and burgeoning avant-garde sensibilities. The interplay among the three musicians establishes a foundational dynamic that Jarrett would continue to explore for decades.

Genres

Descriptors: Fusion, acoustic, improvisation, technical, instrumental

Tracklist

  1. Lisbon Stomp (6:06)
  2. Love No. 1 (6:17)
  3. Love No. 2 (4:29)
  4. Everything I Love (4:33)
  5. Margot (3:42)
  6. Long Time Gone (But Not Withdrawn) (4:52)
  7. Life Between the Exit Signs (6:53)
  8. Church Dreams (6:17)

Credits

  • Charlie Haden - bass
  • Paul Motian - drums
  • Cole Porter - written-by
  • George Avakian - producer, liner notes

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