A Love Supreme

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The Creation Of John Coltrane's Classic Album

By Ashley Kahn

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A Love Supreme by Ashley Kahn delves into the creation and lasting influence of John Coltrane's iconic jazz album of the same name. Blending biography and music history, it explores Coltrane's personal journey and artistic process, while also considering the cultural and spiritual impact of his work. This insightful book provides context to the album's significance in the jazz genre and its enduring legacy.
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This book may appeal to you if you are fascinated by the intersection of music and history, particularly around jazz's influence on culture. It offers an insightful journey into the creation of a legendary John Coltrane album, blending detailed interviews, historical context, and music analysis. Perfect for jazz enthusiasts or anyone interested in the stories behind iconic musical masterpieces.

A Love Supreme

With a new introduction for the 55th anniversary of the album's release, this is Ashley Kahn's seminal work on John Coltrane's masterpiece A Love Supreme.

With a new introduction for the 55th anniversary of the album's release, this is Ashley Kahn's seminal work on John Coltrane's masterpiece A Love Supreme

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A deeply researched and beautifully illustrated study of saxophone legend John Coltrane's signature album. Written with the full co-operation of the Coltrane family and featuring the voices of musicians, producers, and writers of the 1960s, Ashley Kahn has also unearthed rare, unpublished interviews with Coltrane and bassist Jimmy Garrison.

The book also features commentary from contemporary music stars including Carlos Santana, Bono, Phil Lesh, Patti Smith, Ravi Shankar, and Steve Reich.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Ashley Kahn's A Love Supreme is praised for its thorough research and insightful analysis of John Coltrane's life and work. The book effectively combines biography, details of the recording process, and an examination of the album's broader cultural impact, making it a compelling read for both jazz aficionados and newcomers. With its engaging narrative and detailed historical context, it is considered an essential addition to any jazz lover's collection.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781783786053

Publisher: Granta Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 February 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Granta Books

Contributors:

Introduction by Elvin Jones

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 383g

Pages: 464

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Arts & Culture Ashley Kahn Biography & Memoir Musicians, Movie Stars & Creative Biographies Non-Fiction

About the Author

Ashley Kahn is the author Kind of Blue: The Making of the Miles Davis Masterpiece and A Love Supreme: The Creation of John Coltrane's Classic Album, both published by Granta Books. He is a contributor to Rolling Stone, the New York Times and Mojo. He lives in New Jersey.