Birth and Rebirth


Birth and Rebirth is an album by American jazz drummer Max Roach and saxophonist Anthony Braxton recorded in 1978 for the Italian Black Saint label.

Reception

The Allmusic review by Scott Yanow awarded the album 4½ stars, stating: "Braxton and Roach continually inspire each other, which is probably why they would record a second set the following year. Stimulating avant-garde music."

Track listing

  1. "Birth" - 9:40
  2. "Magic and Music" - 6:36
  3. "Tropical Forest" - 5:05
  4. "Dance Griot" - 5:06
  5. "Spirit Possession" - 6:44
  6. "Soft Shoe" - 2:57
  7. "Rebirth" - 7:16