The Sun Ra Arkestra
Founded: 1952
Location: United States
The Sun Ra Arkestra is an American jazz group formed in the mid-1950s and led by keyboardist/composer Sun Ra until his death in 1993. The group is considered a pioneer of afrofuturism. Since 1995 the Arkestra has been led by saxophonist Marshall Allen, an Arkestra member since 1958, who is supported by more than a dozen other musicians.
Albums
1972 Nidhamu
2022 Prophet
1957 Super-Sonic Jazz
1958 Jazz in Silhouette
1963 When Sun Comes Out
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