What makes Anything but Ordinary by Patrice Rushen notable?

The album is notable for its seamless integration of jazz with modern R&B influences, reflecting the evolving soundscape of the mid-1990s. Critics praised Rushen's songwriting and musicianship, which led to positive reviews in publications like Billboard. The album did not chart as high as her earlier works, but it reaffirmed her status as a respected artist in the genre. In 1994, Patrice Rushen released 'Anything but Ordinary' as her first album after a five-year hiatus since 'Now'. This album followed her peak in the early 1980s, when she became a prominent figure in jazz fusion and R&B. Returning to the scene, Rushen reestablished her sound while incorporating contemporary elements of the time.

Who is Anything but Ordinary for?

Anything but Ordinary works well if you're into steady groove for relaxed evenings, intricate musicianship detail hunting and smooth flows for dinner parties.

How many songs are on Anything but Ordinary?

Anything but Ordinary has 10 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.

Anything but Ordinary

Patrice Rushen · 1994

53 min · 10 tracks · jazz fusion · soul

A smooth blend of jazz, soul, and R&B that showcases lush arrangements and intricate musicianship.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady groove for relaxed evenings
intricate musicianship detail hunting
smooth flows for dinner parties
reflective moments with friends

Maybe skip if you want

seeking high-energy dance tracks
prefer short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context: In 1994, Patrice Rushen released 'Anything but Ordinary' as her first album after a five-year hiatus since 'Now'. This album followed her peak in the early 1980s, when she became a prominent figure in jazz fusion and R&B. Returning to the scene, Rushen reestablished her sound while incorporating contemporary elements of the time.
Stylistic neighbors: George Duke· Chaka Khan· Herbie Hancock

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 I Do 6:27
2 Tell Me 4:47
3 What’cha Gonna Do? 5:33
4 I Only Think of You 4:18
5 My Heart, Your Heart 5:24
6 Anything but Ordinary 5:59
7 Top of the Line 4:57
8 State of Mind 5:44
9 Caravan 5:11
10 Be With You 5:34

What to play next

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The Meeting

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