A Pure Solar World - Sun Ra and the Birth of Afrofuturism

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Sun Ra, a visionary musician, claimed to hail from Saturn and revolutionized jazz with his innovative approach and the devoted "Arkestra." He blended traditional swing with avant-garde harmonies and rhythms, pioneering free-form improvisation. As the father of Afrofuturism, he crafted "space music" to inspire a brighter future for African Americans, merging cosmic themes with social commentary. His extravagant performances and unique sound transformed the jazz landscape, taking audiences on a journey from the inner city to the cosmos.