Atlantis – Wayne Shorter
1985’s “Atlantis” witnesses Wayne Shorter embracing the electric era with fervor. Stepping away from his more traditional acoustic settings, Shorter paints a vibrant auditory tale, blending elements of post-bop, fusion, and even touches of 80s synth. It’s an ambitious album, characterized by its cinematic scope and rich textures. “Atlantis” shines as an exemplar of Shorter’s ever-evolving artistry during the 80s, boldly delving into contemporary sounds while retaining his signature expressiveness.
Album Information
Recorded: 1985
Studio: The Complex, Los Angeles, California
Label: Columbia Records
Musicians
- Wayne Shorter – soprano saxophone, tenor saxophone
- Joseph Vitarelli – keyboards (1), Synclavier (1)
- Michael Hoenig – Synclavier programming (1)
- Yaron Gershovsky – acoustic piano (2–9)
- Michiko Hill – acoustic piano (2–9)
- Larry Klein – electric bass (2–9)
- Ralph Humphrey – drums (1)
- Alex Acuña – drums, percussion (2–9)
- Lenny Castro – percussion (1)
- Jim Walker – flute, alto flute, piccolo (2–9)
- Diana Acuña, Dee Dee Bellson, Nani Brunel, Trove Davenport, Sanaa Larhan, Edgy Lee and Kathy Lucien – vocals
Tracklist
- “Endangered Species” – 4:47
- “The Three Marias” – 5:49
- “The Last Silk Hat” – 5:28
- “When You Dream” – 4:32
- “Who Goes There!” – 5:32
- “Atlantis” – 4:31
- “Shere Khan, the Tiger” – 2:15
- “Cranes Domain” – 4:49
- “On The Eve of Departure” – 5:09
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