What is Crescent and why is it considered overlooked?

Crescent is a John Coltrane album recorded in 1964, just months before the release of A Love Supreme. It is often overshadowed by A Love Supreme's massive critical and commercial success, despite being a masterpiece in its own right that showcases Coltrane's spiritual and musical exploration during this transformative period.

When was Crescent recorded in relation to A Love Supreme?

Crescent was recorded in 1964, only a few months before A Love Supreme was released later that same year. Despite being created during the same creative period, Crescent has received significantly less attention from listeners and critics compared to its more famous counterpart.

What musical elements make Crescent a masterpiece?

Crescent features Coltrane's innovative modal jazz approach, spiritual depth, and his legendary quartet with McCoy Tyner, Elvin Jones, and Jimmy Garrison. The album demonstrates Coltrane's artistic maturity and emotional intensity during one of jazz history's most prolific and spiritually significant periods.

Crescent

John Coltrane · 1964 Spin it Again - The Coltrane quartet in the year before everything broke open, playing like they already heard what was coming and decided to take their time anyway.

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