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• The John Betsch Society’s Earth Blossom (1974) stands as a luminous gem in the realm of spiritual jazz. Released on the esteemed Strata-East label, this sole album from the ensembleled by drummer John Betschmelds free jazz improvisation with Afrocentric rhythms and modal harmonies. The seven-track collection features compositions by various band members, including Bob Holmes, Billy Puett, and Jim Bridges, resulting in a rich tapestry of sonic exploration. From the vibrant opener “Ode to Ethiopia” to the contemplative “Darling Doria,” the album traverses a spectrum of moods, all anchored by Betsch’s dynamic percussion.

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  One of the rarest examples of advanced-jazz… a long-lost and just-unearthed gem that should not be filed too far away from Trane and Pharoah or eve