Astral Traveling - Lonnie Liston Smith & The Cosmic Echoes* - Audio CD - Pre Owned CDs (Arrives in 14days)

Released in 1973, 'Astral Traveling' marks the visionary debut of Lonnie Liston Smith & The Cosmic Echoes, a project that would become synonymous with the era’s quest for musical transcendence. This album is a cornerstone of spiritual jazz, elegantly balancing contemplative piano passages with lush, cosmic textures and gentle grooves. Smith, already known for his work with Pharoah Sanders and Miles Davis, channels a sense of universal wonder, inviting listeners into a soundscape designed for both inner reflection and cosmic exploration. The interplay between acoustic instruments and subtle electric elements feels both organic and futuristic, foreshadowing the development of fusion and ambient jazz. Each track flows seamlessly, creating an immersive listening experience that rewards repeated spins. For collectors, 'Astral Traveling' stands as both a historical artifact and an enduring source of inspiration, bridging jazz’s improvisational roots with a meditative, forward-thinking ethos. If you crave music that uplifts while it challenges, this album is essential—its beauty lies in its ability to transport you somewhere serene, yet infinitely expansive. Add this record to your collection and let its celestial spirit guide your next listening session. Track List: - Astral Traveling - 1 - Astral Traveling - 5:30 2 - Let Us Go Into The House Of The Lord - 6:30 3 - Rejuvination - 5:50 4 - I Mani (Faith) - 6:10 5 - In Search Of Truth - 7:04 6 - Aspirations - 4:20 - Previously Unissued Alternate Takes - 7 - Astral Traveling - 5:39 8 - Rejuvination - 6:36 9 - Imani - 6:02 10 - In Search Of Truth - 6:29