An Hour with the Ramsey Lewis Trio
Ramsey Lewis · 1959
57 min · 12 tracks · jazz fusion · jazz-funk
A lively blend of jazz standards and innovative arrangements, showcasing the trio's virtuosity and deep musical chemistry.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with dynamic peaks for late afternoon relaxation intimate atmosphere for small gatherings
- Context
- Released in 1959, 'An Hour with the Ramsey Lewis Trio' came after their successful debut album and marked a pivotal moment in Lewis's career. At this point, the trio was gaining national attention, particularly for their unique interpretations of jazz classics that appealed to both jazz aficionados and a broader audience.
- If you like
- jazz fusion, jazz-funk
An Hour with the Ramsey Lewis Trio is an album by Ramsey Lewis, released in 1959. A lively blend of jazz standards and innovative arrangements, showcasing the trio's virtuosity and deep musical chemistry. This album is significant for its role in bringing jazz into mainstream popular culture during the late 1950s. It notably reached No. 3 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart and contributed to Ramsey Lewis's reputation as a leading figure in jazz, influencing future generations of musicians. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does An Hour with the Ramsey Lewis Trio sound like?
A lively blend of jazz standards and innovative arrangements, showcasing the trio's virtuosity and deep musical chemistry. Rooted in jazz fusion and jazz-funk.
What makes An Hour with the Ramsey Lewis Trio by Ramsey Lewis notable?
This album is significant for its role in bringing jazz into mainstream popular culture during the late 1950s. It notably reached No. 3 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart and contributed to Ramsey Lewis's reputation as a leading figure in jazz, influencing future generations of musicians. Released in 1959, 'An Hour with the Ramsey Lewis Trio' came after their successful debut album and marked a pivotal moment in Lewis's career. At this point, the trio was gaining national attention, particularly for their unique interpretations of jazz classics that appealed to both jazz aficionados and a broader audience.
Who is An Hour with the Ramsey Lewis Trio for?
An Hour with the Ramsey Lewis Trio works well if you're into wave-like pacing with dynamic peaks, for late afternoon relaxation and intimate atmosphere for small gatherings.
How many songs are on An Hour with the Ramsey Lewis Trio?
An Hour with the Ramsey Lewis Trio has 12 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Softly, as in a Morning Sunrise Standout 7:38
- 2 C.C. Rider 2:38
- 3 Love for Sale 4:22
- 4 I Had the Craziest Dream / I Know Why 6:39
- 5 It Ain't Necessarily So 4:40
- 6 I Love Paris Standout 2:10
- 7 The Way You Look Tonight Standout 8:07
- 8 Song of India 2:51
- 9 Consider the Source 4:00
- 10 The Ruby and the Pearl 5:50
- 11 Walls of Jericho 3:26
- 12 Angel Eyes 5:00
Release Date
January 1, 1959
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
57 min 21 sec
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