Big Neighborhood
Mike Stern · 2009
69 min · 11 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of jazz fusion rhythms intertwining intricate guitar work with rich melodic lines and dynamic improvisation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Big Neighborhood — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its infectious groove and showcases Stern's signature guitar style that blends complexity with accessibility.
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Song For Pepper — This track stands out for its emotional depth, combining lyrical melodies with intricate harmonic structures that pay homage to influential figures in jazz.
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Moroccan Roll — This piece highlights the album's exploratory nature, incorporating world music influences that reflect Stern's diverse musical interests and virtuosity.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intricate guitar work exploration
- vibrant improvisation sessions
- long-form listening commitment
- dynamic shifts in energy
- engaging afternoon hangouts
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek quick standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Mike Stern released Big Neighborhood in 2009, he was already an established figure in jazz fusion, having previously collaborated with legends like Miles Davis. This album marked his return to the forefront after a hiatus following his 2006 album, who Let the Dogs Out, highlighting his continued evolution as a guitarist and composer.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pat Metheny· John Scofield· Bill Frisell
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Big Neighborhood 7:40
- 2 6th Street 7:49
- 3 Reach 5:30
- 4 Song For Pepper 5:43
- 5 Coupe de Ville 4:36
- 6 Bird Blue 5:44
- 7 Moroccan Roll 7:06
- 8 Long Time Gone 7:52
- 9 Check One 7:39
- 10 That's All It Is 4:52
- 11 Hope You Don't Mind 5:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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