Purple Night

by Sun Ra

Purple Night cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 1990
  • Label: A&M
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 1:04:52
  • Community rating: 3.72/5 from 4 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Recorded during a period of renewed mainstream accessibility, 'Purple Night' features a massive Arkestra ensemble delivering profound reinterpretations of standard material alongside original cosmic odysseys. The sophisticated interplay reflects the legendary bandleader's lifelong dedication to boundless musical exploration.

Genres

Descriptors: improvisation, experimental, avant-garde, electronic, diverse

Tracklist

  1. Journey Towards Stars (3:45)
  2. Friendly Galaxy (7:44)
  3. Love in Outer Space (7:14)
  4. Stars Fell on Alabama (10:29)
  5. Of Invisible Them (18:17)
  6. Neverness (13:17)
  7. Purple Night Blues (4:03)

Credits

  • Sun Ra - primary artist, piano, synthesizer, vocals, written-by
  • John Ore - acoustic bass
  • James Spaulding - alto saxophone, flute
  • Marshall Allen - alto saxophone, flute, percussion
  • Reynold Scott - baritone saxophone, flute
  • James Jacson - bassoon, drum [african]
  • Earl "Buster" Smith - drums
  • Eric Walker - drums

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