Is Again and Again a good place to start with Chick Corea?

Yes, Again and Again is recommended as a starting point for new Chick Corea listeners. A vibrant fusion of avant-garde jazz and post-bop, showcasing intricate melodies and rhythmic complexity. By 1983, Chick Corea was already an established figure in jazz, known for his innovative work with Return to Forever. 'Again and Again' came shortly after his acclaimed album 'The Leprechaun' (1982), continuing his exploration of complex compositions and improvisational frameworks. This album reflects Corea's evolution as a bandleader and composer during a prolific period in his career.

Who is Again and Again for?

Again and Again works well if you're into wave-like intensity shifts, intricate melodies for deep focus and dynamic journey of rhythms.

How many songs are on Again and Again?

Again and Again has 6 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Again and Again

Chick Corea · 1983

45 min · 6 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of avant-garde jazz and post-bop, showcasing intricate melodies and rhythmic complexity.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Quintet #3 Start here — This opening track features a captivating interplay between instruments, highlighting Corea's compositional skill and the ensemble's chemistry. Its extended length allows for deep exploration of themes and motifs.
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Again and Again — The title track stands out for its catchy melody intertwined with complex rhythms, showcasing Corea’s ability to create accessible yet sophisticated music that invites repeated listening.
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Waltze — This piece exemplifies Corea’s versatility, blending traditional waltz elements with modern jazz sensibilities, creating a rich emotional landscape that resonates throughout the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

61 /100

Treeline

Higher than 71% of albums we've rated

The album's intricate compositions and varied instrumentation highlight Corea's innovative approach to jazz.

What we noticed

Each track showcases a different instrumentation approach, with varying combinations of piano, bass, and percussion creating diverse textures.
The final track employs an unconventional structure, starting with a minimalist theme that gradually builds in intensity before resolving unexpectedly.

Composition 25% of the score: 8/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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

wave-like intensity shifts
intricate melodies for deep focus
dynamic journey of rhythms
engaging in-order listening experience

Maybe skip if you

seeking instant gratification
prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album solidified Corea's innovative reputation in jazz following earlier acclaim.
Themes: avant-garde exploration· catchy melodies· intricate rhythms
Career context: By 1983, Chick Corea was already an established figure in jazz, known for his innovative work with Return to Forever. 'Again and Again' came shortly after his acclaimed album 'The Leprechaun' (1982), continuing his exploration of complex compositions and improvisational frameworks. This album reflects Corea's evolution as a bandleader and composer during a prolific period in his career.
Stylistic neighbors: Herbie Hancock· Keith Jarrett· McCoy Tyner