Blues for a Reason
Chet Baker · 1985
58 min · 8 tracks · jazz
A melancholic blend of smooth melodies and introspective improvisations that define Chet Baker's later style.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- melancholic introspection during evenings
- smooth melodies for quiet moments
- patient explorations of emotional depth
- improvisational nuances for attentive listening
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking upbeat party atmosphere
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Blues for a Reason' was released in 1985, Chet Baker had experienced a tumultuous career marked by personal struggles and a shift from his earlier fame. This album came during a period of artistic resilience as Baker sought to revive his reputation within the jazz community after years of addiction-related setbacks and inconsistent output.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Miles Davis· Bill Evans· Stan Getz
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Well Spoken 9:10
- 2 If You Could See Me Now 5:41
- 3 We Know It's Love 6:32
- 4 Looking Good Tonight 8:31
- 5 Imagination 7:35
- 6 Blues for a Reason 8:40
- 7 Looking Good Tonight (take 2) 5:23
- 8 We Know It's Love (take 2) 6:30
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