1: From Within (11:21) 2: Voice Of The 7th Angel (2:02) 3: Life Waves (9:13) 4: Mutima (13:41) 5: A Feeling (2:38) 6: Tulsa Black (6:10)
Description:
"Mutima" is a CD release by renowned jazz bassist and composer Cecil McBee, presented here in a high-quality edition from the specialist label STRATA EAS. The album showcases McBee's deep, spiritual approach to modern jazz, combining lyrical bass lines, searching improvisations and rich ensemble textures. Listeners can expect expansive, modal pieces with a strong sense of atmosphere, where meditative passages and powerful climaxes alternate organically. The recording captures a warm, acoustic sound that highlights both the subtlety of the rhythm section and the expressiveness of the soloists.
Cecil McBee is regarded as one of the most distinctive bass voices in post-bop and spiritual jazz. Over the course of his long career he has worked with many leading figures of contemporary jazz and has earned an enduring reputation for his rich tone, advanced harmonic sense and deeply melodic solos. His work as a bandleader and composer, as heard on "Mutima", underlines his importance not only as a sideman but as a creative force in his own right.
STRATA EAS stands for carefully curated jazz productions with a focus on artistic integrity and excellent sound. The manufacturer is known among collectors and discerning listeners for respectful reissues and editions that keep important recordings available in high quality. With "Mutima", STRATA EAS offers a CD edition that aims to preserve the intensity and depth of the original album while making it accessible to a wider audience of jazz fans and newcomers alike.