Always on My Mind
Houston Person · 1986
34 min · 6 tracks · jazz · rapping
Smooth saxophone melodies glide over lush arrangements, blending jazz with soulful vocals and heartfelt emotion.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady melodic exploration throughout heartfelt emotions in every note for romantic evenings
- Context
- Released in 1986, 'Always on My Mind' marked Houston Person's return as a prominent jazz artist after a brief hiatus. This album followed his successful period in the 1970s, showcasing his ability to reinterpret popular songs with a unique jazzy flair. At this time, Person was solidifying his reputation as a skilled saxophonist and bandleader.
- If you like
- jazz, rapping
Always on My Mind is an album by Houston Person, released in 1986. Smooth saxophone melodies glide over lush arrangements, blending jazz with soulful vocals and heartfelt emotion. 'Always on My Mind' features covers of well-known tunes and received critical acclaim for its sophisticated arrangements. The title track gained traction and contributed to Person's standing within the jazz community, influencing subsequent jazz interpretations of pop standards. The album is also noted for its crossover appeal, attracting listeners beyond traditional jazz audiences. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Always on My Mind sound like?
Smooth saxophone melodies glide over lush arrangements, blending jazz with soulful vocals and heartfelt emotion. Rooted in jazz and rapping.
What makes Always on My Mind by Houston Person notable?
'Always on My Mind' features covers of well-known tunes and received critical acclaim for its sophisticated arrangements. The title track gained traction and contributed to Person's standing within the jazz community, influencing subsequent jazz interpretations of pop standards. The album is also noted for its crossover appeal, attracting listeners beyond traditional jazz audiences. Released in 1986, 'Always on My Mind' marked Houston Person's return as a prominent jazz artist after a brief hiatus. This album followed his successful period in the 1970s, showcasing his ability to reinterpret popular songs with a unique jazzy flair. At this time, Person was solidifying his reputation as a skilled saxophonist and bandleader.
Who is Always on My Mind for?
Always on My Mind works well if you're into steady melodic exploration throughout, heartfelt emotions in every note and for romantic evenings.
How many songs are on Always on My Mind?
Always on My Mind has 6 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 I Can't Help Myself Standout 4:29
- 2 Always on My Mind Standout 5:28
- 3 Endlessly 7:07
- 4 How Do You Keep the Music Playing 6:14
- 5 Cutie Pie 5:35
- 6 It Might Be You (Theme From Tootsie) Standout 5:58
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