A Soul Experiment
Freddie Hubbard · 1969
38 min · 10 tracks · jazz
Brassy jazz compositions blend with soulful grooves, showcasing Hubbard's virtuosic trumpet against a backdrop of rhythmic innovation.
Why this album works
Released during a vibrant period for jazz fusion, 'A Soul Experiment' contributed to the genre's evolution by blending traditional jazz with soul and funk elements. The album received positive critical reception, highlighting Hubbard's inventive approach and helping to solidify his place in the jazz canon, influencing future generations of musicians exploring genre-blending.
- Career context
- By 1969, Freddie Hubbard was an established figure in jazz, known for his work with Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers. 'A Soul Experiment' marked his transition into a more experimental phase, following the critical success of albums like 'Red Clay' released just a year prior. This album demonstrated his willingness to fuse different influences and push jazz boundaries.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Barbra Streisand· Ella Fitzgerald· Bob Dylan· Diana Ross· Aretha Franklin· Tony Bennett· Dave Brubeck· Andy Williams
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Clap Your Hands 3:26
- 2 Wichita Lineman Standout 3:17
- 3 South Street Stroll 4:28
- 4 Lonely Soul 3:03
- 5 No Time to Lose 4:32
- 6 Hang ’Em Up 3:08
- 7 Good Humor Man 3:44
- 8 Midnite Soul Standout 5:19
- 9 Soul Turn Around 4:01
- 10 A Soul Experiment Standout 3:55
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