Alice Coltrane and Carlos Santana – Illuminations (1974) [Reissue 2017] [SACD / Vocalion – CDSML 8530]

Title: Alice Coltrane and Carlos Santana – Illuminations (1974) [Reissue 2017]
Genre: Jazz
Format: MCH SACD ISO + Hi-Res FLAC

Illuminations (1974) is a collaboration between Alice Coltrane and Carlos Santana, focusing on John Coltrane’s works. Santana, using his Sanskrit name Devadip, plays electric guitar with feedback and simple melodies, leaving space for other instruments. Alice Coltrane contributes harp and keyboard, complemented by a serene string orchestra. Side One features contemplative, string-filled tracks, while Side Two’s “Angel of Sunlight” recreates John Coltrane’s late free jazz style. Jazz musicians Jules Broussard, Jack DeJohnette, and Dave Holland add saxophone, flute, drums, and bass. The instrumental jazz album includes lengthy solos on guitar, saxophone, and keyboards. Illuminations was Santana’s first album not to go gold, reflecting its esoteric jazz direction. The SACD reissue, remastered by Michael Dutton from the quad mix, enhances the album’s depth and clarity. The remaster reveals new details in the strings, Coltrane’s playing, and Santana’s soaring notes. “Angel of Sunlight” transforms into a vibrant, spiritually uplifting experience with improved spatial instrument placement.

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Tracklist:

01. Guru Sri Chinmoy Aphorism
02. Angel of Air Angel of Water
03. Bliss The Eternal Now
04. Angel of Sunlight
05. Illuminations

Note:

Remastered from the Original Master tapes by Michael J. Dutton.

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