A Bluish Bag
Stanley Turrentine · 2007
68 min · 12 tracks · jazz
A rich blend of soulful melodies and intricate rhythms that showcase Turrentine's signature warmth and lyrical improvisation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Blues for Del Start here — This opening track encapsulates Turrentine's emotive playing style, setting a reflective tone with its heartfelt bluesy undertone that resonates throughout the album.
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Manha Da Carnaval — Turrentine's rendition of this bossa nova classic highlights his ability to infuse Brazilian rhythms with a distinctly American jazz sensibility, showcasing his versatility.
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Days of Wine and Roses — This track stands out for its lush arrangement and Turrentine's poignant saxophone lines, creating an atmosphere of nostalgia that beautifully complements the song’s theme.
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A Bluish Bag — The title track serves as a personal statement from Turrentine, reflecting on life's complexities through intricate melodies and harmonies that exemplify his artistic maturity.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow with soulful peaks
- late-night reflective ambiance
- rich textures for deep listening
- improvisational moments invite engagement
- for evening relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer standalone, punchy tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows Turrentine's continued relevance and skill in later years.
- Themes
- Brazilian jazz fusion· nostalgic reflections
- Career context
- By the time Stanley Turrentine released A Bluish Bag in 2007, he was a seasoned artist with a career spanning over four decades. This album came after a series of acclaimed recordings, establishing him as a vital voice in jazz, particularly known for his expressive tenor saxophone work and innovative interpretations of standards.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Horace Silver· Joe Henderson· Cannonball Adderley
Tracklist
- 1 Blues for Del Start here 4:15
- 2 She’s a Carioca 6:31
- 3 Manha Da Carnaval 5:54
- 4 Here’s That Rainy Day 5:33
- 5 What Now My Love 4:38
- 6 Samba de Aviao 5:13
- 7 Night Song 6:34
- 8 Days of Wine and Roses 6:07
- 9 Come Back to Me 5:55
- 10 Silver Tears 5:08
- 11 A Bluish Bag 7:17
- 12 With This Ring 5:49
What to play next
The Return of the Prodigal Son
2008
Continues Turrentine's soulful sound with fresh themes and rich improvisation.
Blue Hour: The Complete Sessions
2000
Sets the stage with a classic blend of jazz that complements 'A Bluish Bag'.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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