Art Ensemble's exotic "Toro" brings to mind Sun Ra's best exotica pieces. Although I am merely a novice when it comes to the world of Art Ensemble of Chicago, I have always appreciated free jazz music for its ability to incorporate so many different sounds and traditions into a unique experience. Art Ensemble of Chicago is exceptionally brilliant in this area, often adding African flavors and flourishes to their "out there" sound. "Toro" almost sounds like it could have been a cut from Sun Ra's Futuristic Sounds or Cosmic Tones for Mental Therapy because of the Afro-Latin percussion, but the horn action is utterly different, with a hint of the 'East' in a tight groove.
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