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Released 10 years ago

A Place in Time

Wallace Roney · 2016

49 min · 8 tracks · jazz

A meditative blend of post-bop jazz, rich harmonies, and intricate improvisations that transport listeners through textured soundscapes.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Elegy — Elegy stands out for its poignant exploration of loss, featuring lyrical trumpet lines that evoke a haunting sense of remembrance and reflection.
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    Air Dancing — This track exemplifies Roney's intricate improvisational style, blending fluid melodies with complex rhythms that create an uplifting atmosphere.
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    Clair De Lune — A reimagining of Debussy's classic, Roney's interpretation infuses the piece with a contemporary jazz sensibility while maintaining its emotive core.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental
67 /100
Alpine
Higher than 91% of albums we've rated

The album showcases intricate compositions and strong performances, though it may not fully resonate outside the jazz community.

What we noticed

  • The album features extended improvisational sections, with several tracks exceeding six minutes, allowing for deep exploration of themes.
  • The tempo varies significantly across the tracks, with some pieces maintaining a steady groove while others shift into free-form expressions.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
8/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • meditative soundscapes for reflection
  • intricate improvisations that unfold
  • calm evening relaxation sessions
  • thoughtful background for creativity

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer fast-paced listening

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'A Place in Time' was released, Wallace Roney had established himself as a significant figure in jazz, following his acclaimed 2015 album 'Higher Ground'. This album showcases Roney's evolution as he navigates personal and musical experiences after the loss of his mentor, Miles Davis.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Around and Through 6:43
  • 2 Elegy 7:44
  • 3 Air Dancing 6:25
  • 4 Observance 4:09
  • 5 Ardéche 7:26
  • 6 L’s Bop 6:28
  • 7 Clair De Lune 5:27
  • 8 My Ship 5:07

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