African Sun: Live in Austria 1972

Adventurous, boundary-breaking, and deeply expressive, Don Cherry is captured in mesmerising form on this O1 Austrian national radio broadcast, live from Musikforum Schloss in 1972. A pioneer of free jazz and global fusion, Cherry leads a spellbinding performance that transcends genre, blending improvisation with world music influences and spiritual intensity. From hypnotic rhythms to free-flowing melodic lines, this set pulses with creativity and fearless exploration. Cherry's distinctive trumpet voice moves effortlessly between lyrical beauty and abstract expression, supported by a group attuned to every subtle shift and surge. The result is a performance that feels organic, unpredictable, and utterly alive. Off Beat brings you this original broadcast, offering a rare window into a transformative era of jazz. Essential for collectors and adventurous listeners alike, it's a powerful reminder of Don Cherry's visionary artistry and his enduring impact on the evolution of modern music.

1: Allah-O-Akbar/Waya-Wa-Egoli/Blues for America/Kalahari
2: Ntsikanas Bell/Good News (False Start)/Don Flute Solo
3: Good News/Don Trumpet Solo/Little Boy
4: African Sun
5: The Stride/The Pilgrim, Part 1
6: O Berimbau (Nanas Solo)
7: The Pilgrim, Part 2/Unknown/Bra Joe from Kilimanjaro
8: Cherry/Unknown/Waya-Wa-Egoli
9: Unknown/Blues for America
10: Cherry (Incomplete)

Number of Discs: 1

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