A Prescription for the Blues
Horace Silver · 1997
51 min · 9 tracks · hard bop
A vibrant mix of hard bop rhythms and bluesy melodies that evoke a sense of joy and nostalgia.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady rhythms for relaxed listening
- joyful vibes for sunny days
- nostalgic melodies that uplift
- for afternoon gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of fast-paced tracks
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1997, 'A Prescription for the Blues' came during Horace Silver's later career, after he had already established himself as a prominent figure in jazz since the 1950s. This album is particularly notable as it showcases his continued evolution as a composer and bandleader, blending traditional jazz with blues influences while reflecting his long-standing commitment to the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Art Blakey· Thelonious Monk· McCoy Tyner
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Prescription for the Blues 5:14
- 2 Whenever Lester Plays the Blues 6:35
- 3 You Gotta Shake That Thing 5:15
- 4 Yodel Lady Blues 6:42
- 5 Brother John and Brother Gene 4:42
- 6 Free at Last 6:27
- 7 Walk On 6:26
- 8 Sunrise in Malibu 5:01
- 9 Doctor Jazz 5:30
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