Blowin' the Blues Away
Horace Silver · 1959
42 min · 8 tracks · hard bop
A vibrant blend of intricate melodies and rhythmic complexity that defines the hard bop movement.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- layered, dense sonic textures
- contemplative late-night vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1959, 'Blowin' the Blues Away' was Horace Silver's fifth studio album, solidifying his role as a leading figure in the hard bop genre. This album followed his critically acclaimed work on 'Song for My Father' and showcased his signature style that combined catchy hooks with sophisticated jazz harmonies.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Art Blakey· Thelonious Monk· McCoy Tyner
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Blowin' the Blues Away 4:45
- 2 The St. Vitus Dance 4:09
- 3 Break City 4:57
- 4 Peace 6:02
- 5 Sister Sadie 6:19
- 6 The Baghdad Blues 4:52
- 7 Melancholy Mood 7:10
- 8 How Did It Happen 4:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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