Mirage

A spiritual jazz landmark from Chicago's AACM scene. The Awakening's second and final album, released in 1973, showcases the group's deep groove and inventive arrangements across seven distinct tracks. From the electric piano-driven opener "Mode For DD" to the hypnotic ten-minute journey of "The Ultimate Frontier," each piece explores a different sonic territory. The Spanish-tinged title track and funky closer "March On" round out an album where every instrument shines. Essential listening for fans of Chicago's jazz underground.