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"Promises" is a 2021 collaborative studio album bringing together British electronic musician Floating Points, American jazz saxophonist Pharoah Sanders, and the London Symphony Orchestra. The recording consists of nine musical movements composed by Floating Points, which are anchored by Sanders's improvisational saxophone performances. It serves as a notable intersection of contemporary electronic music, classical orchestration, and spiritual jazz. The album was released by the Luaka Bop record label and received widespread critical praise.
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Floating Points - Promises ranks #16 of 216 in the Electronic Album ranking, behind Daft Punk - Discovery, ahead of Aphex Twin - Richard D. James Album.
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Who collaborated on the album Promises by Floating Points?
The album is a collaboration between British electronic musician Floating Points, American jazz saxophonist Pharoah Sanders, and the London Symphony Orchestra. It was released in 2021 on the Luaka Bop label.
What genre is Promises by Floating Points and Pharoah Sanders?
The album blends electronic music, spiritual jazz, and classical orchestration into a unique hybrid. Floating Points composed the nine musical movements, which are anchored by recurring piano chords and Pharoah Sanders' tenor saxophone performances.
Is Promises the last album Pharoah Sanders recorded before his death?
Promises was one of the last major recordings released during Pharoah Sanders' lifetime, coming out in 2021 before his death in 2022. The album served as a remarkable late-career achievement that introduced his music to a new generation of listeners.
How long is the album Promises?
The album consists of nine movements spread across approximately 46 minutes. It is intended to be listened to as a single continuous piece rather than as individual tracks.
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