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John Zorn
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John Zorn (born September 2, 1953 in New York City, United States) is an American avant-garde composer, arranger, record producer, saxophon… read moreJohn Zorn (born September 2, 1953 in New York City, United States) is an American avant-garde composer, arranger, record producer, saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist. Zorn's recorded output is prolific with hundreds of album cred… read moreJohn Zorn (born September 2, 1953 in New York City, United States) is an American avant-garde composer, arranger, record producer, saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist. Zorn's recorded output is prolific with hundreds of album credits as a performer, composer, or producer. His work has touc… read more -
Naked City
106,514 listeners
Naked City was an avant-garde music group from New York City, New York, United States led by saxophonist and composer John Zorn, performe… read moreNaked City was an avant-garde music group from New York City, New York, United States led by saxophonist and composer John Zorn, performed from 1988 to 1993. The ensemble was notable for remaining unconfined to any musical category, j… read moreNaked City was an avant-garde music group from New York City, New York, United States led by saxophonist and composer John Zorn, performed from 1988 to 1993. The ensemble was notable for remaining unconfined to any musical category, juxtaposing unrelated styles of music often within individual… read more -
Electric Masada
10,871 listeners
Electric Masada led by John Zorn combines the raw power and manic speed of Naked City, the improvisational edge of Cobra and the spiritual … read moreElectric Masada led by John Zorn combines the raw power and manic speed of Naked City, the improvisational edge of Cobra and the spiritual lyricism of the Masada songbook. The band features: Cyro Baptista on Percussion Joey Baron on Dru… read moreElectric Masada led by John Zorn combines the raw power and manic speed of Naked City, the improvisational edge of Cobra and the spiritual lyricism of the Masada songbook. The band features: Cyro Baptista on Percussion Joey Baron on Drums Trevor Dunn on Bass Ikue Mori on Electronics Marc Ribot o… read more -
Fred Frith
53,926 listeners
Fred Frith (born February 17, 1949) is an English multi-instrumentalist, composer and improvisor. Probably best-known for his guitar work, … read moreFred Frith (born February 17, 1949) is an English multi-instrumentalist, composer and improvisor. Probably best-known for his guitar work, Frith first came to attention as one of the founding members of the English avant-prog group Henry… read moreFred Frith (born February 17, 1949) is an English multi-instrumentalist, composer and improvisor. Probably best-known for his guitar work, Frith first came to attention as one of the founding members of the English avant-prog group Henry Cow. Frith was also a member of Art Bears, Massacre and Ske… read more -
Erik Friedlander
33,963 listeners
Erik Friedlander (1 July 1960) is a jazz/experimental cellist and composer from New York, USA. The first thing to know about Erik Friedland… read moreErik Friedlander (1 July 1960) is a jazz/experimental cellist and composer from New York, USA. The first thing to know about Erik Friedlander is that he is a unique cellist whose work blurs genre borders. Is he a composer or improviser? … read moreErik Friedlander (1 July 1960) is a jazz/experimental cellist and composer from New York, USA. The first thing to know about Erik Friedlander is that he is a unique cellist whose work blurs genre borders. Is he a composer or improviser? Is this classical music or jazz? The LA Times put it best wh… read more -
Anthony Braxton
81,864 listeners
Anthony Braxton (born June 4, 1945) is an American composer, saxophonist, clarinetist, flautist, pianist and philosopher. He has created a … read moreAnthony Braxton (born June 4, 1945) is an American composer, saxophonist, clarinetist, flautist, pianist and philosopher. He has created a large body of highly complex work. Braxton is one of the most prolific American musicians/composer… read moreAnthony Braxton (born June 4, 1945) is an American composer, saxophonist, clarinetist, flautist, pianist and philosopher. He has created a large body of highly complex work. Braxton is one of the most prolific American musicians/composers to date, having released well over 100 albums since the 19… read more -
Painkiller
52,789 listeners
There are at least 9 acts known as Painkiller: 1. Painkiller (also officially known as Pain Killer) is a band originally formed in 1991. Th… read moreThere are at least 9 acts known as Painkiller: 1. Painkiller (also officially known as Pain Killer) is a band originally formed in 1991. Their style can be described as a mix of avant-garde jazz and grindcore; later albums also incorpora… read moreThere are at least 9 acts known as Painkiller: 1. Painkiller (also officially known as Pain Killer) is a band originally formed in 1991. Their style can be described as a mix of avant-garde jazz and grindcore; later albums also incorporated elements of ambient and dub. The three primary members o… read more -
Marc Ribot
96,698 listeners
Marc Ribot (pron.: /ˈriːboʊ/) (Newark, NJ, May 21, 1954) is an American guitarist and composer. His work has touched on many styles, includ… read moreMarc Ribot (pron.: /ˈriːboʊ/) (Newark, NJ, May 21, 1954) is an American guitarist and composer. His work has touched on many styles, including no wave, free jazz, rock and Cuban music. Ribot is also known for collaborating with other mu… read moreMarc Ribot (pron.: /ˈriːboʊ/) (Newark, NJ, May 21, 1954) is an American guitarist and composer. His work has touched on many styles, including no wave, free jazz, rock and Cuban music. Ribot is also known for collaborating with other musicians, most notably Tom Waits, Keith Richards, Lou Reed, E… read more -
Masada String Trio
16,610 listeners
Active since the mid 1990s, the Masada String Trio plays compositions from John Zorn's Masada songbook. Zorn also conducts the trio… read moreActive since the mid 1990s, the Masada String Trio plays compositions from John Zorn's Masada songbook. Zorn also conducts the trio's live performances. The members are Mark Feldman (violin), Erik Friedlander (cello) and Greg C… read moreActive since the mid 1990s, the Masada String Trio plays compositions from John Zorn's Masada songbook. Zorn also conducts the trio's live performances. The members are Mark Feldman (violin), Erik Friedlander (cello) and Greg Cohen (double bass). This trio plus Marc Ribot (guitar), Cyro… read more -
Henry Threadgill
12,500 listeners
Henry Threadgill (born February 15, 1944), Chicago, Illinois, is an American saxophonist, flautist and composer. He performed as a percussi… read moreHenry Threadgill (born February 15, 1944), Chicago, Illinois, is an American saxophonist, flautist and composer. He performed as a percussionist in high school marching bands, and served briefly in a U.S. Army band. Threadgill is notable… read moreHenry Threadgill (born February 15, 1944), Chicago, Illinois, is an American saxophonist, flautist and composer. He performed as a percussionist in high school marching bands, and served briefly in a U.S. Army band. Threadgill is notable as one of avant-garde jazz's most unique composers. Hi… read more