Sun Ra - Hidden Fire

Strut Records presents the official reissue of Hidden Fire Volumes 1 and 2, the final album released by Sun Ra on his El Saturn label in 1988.

Recorded live over three nights at New York's Knitting Factory, these performances mark the end of a 33-year odyssey of radical, independent music-making. Originally released in small quantities, with minimalist packaging and cryptic artwork—often featuring handwritten labels or handcrafted designs by Ra himself—Hidden Fire was one of the more elusive entries in Sun Ra's vast discography. Musically, they delve into darker, more dissonant territory. Ra performs exclusively on the Yamaha DX7 synthesizer, taking his digital sonic palette to alien dimensions. The Arkestra lineup features a unique configuration, with an exceptionally powerful string section comprised of three violins, including the legendary Billy Bang and the singular space-faring vocalist Art Jenkins. The music is raw, haunting, and often overwhelming.

Due the 19th september 2025