Special Identity is an album by American pianist Joanne Brackeen, recorded in 1981 and released on the Antilles label.Ziegler, F. Antilles Records Listing accessed February 14, 2017Jazzlists: Antilles 1000 series discography accessed February 14, 2017
Reception
The Penguin Guide to Jazz called it "one of the high points" of her catalogue, stating "it's a beautifully crafted set with a characteristic integration of three voices, not just piano-plus-rhythm, but it's marred by an unsympathetic mix that always seems to be focussing on one element at a time". AllMusic reviewer Scott Yanow stated "The potentially forbidding music (which has advanced modal-based solos) is often surprisingly accessible and full of subtle surprises and close interplay by the musicians. Although not her definitive release, this album keeps Joanne Brackeen's record perfect; every one of her recordings stands up well over time".
Track listing All compositions by Joanne Brackeen.
"Special Identity" – 8:53 "Mystic Touch" – 5:53 "Egyptian Dune Dance" – 5:02 "Enchance" – 5:49 "Einstein" – 6:50 "Evening in Concert" – 7:42 "Friday the Thirteenth" – 5:16
Personnel Joanne Brackeen – piano Eddie Gómez – bass Jack DeJohnette – drums
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