Arcane (album)


Arcane is the debut studio album led by drummer Cindy Blackman which was recorded in 1987 and released on the Muse label.

Reception

Scott Yanow of AllMusic stated, "Cindy Blackman's debut as a leader finds the talented drummer showing a great deal of confidence and holding her own with her illustrious sidemen... The music is modern hard bop, and all of the musicians play up to par in their concise solos... A strong start to Cindy Blackman's productive recording career".

Track listing

All compositions by Cindy Blackman except where noted
  1. "Arcane" – 5:12
  2. "Late Autumn" – 5:45
  3. "Dual Force" – 6:32
  4. "Incindyary " – 4:32
  5. "Teeter Totter" – 7:11
  6. "Mirrored Glances" – 5:36
  7. "Deceptacon" – 6:39
  8. "The Awakening" – 7:07 Additional track on CD reissue

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