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Blues for Coltrane: A Tribute to John Coltrane

McCoy Tyner · 1987

52 min · 7 tracks · post-bop · ethno jazz · progressive jazz

A rich tapestry of improvisational brilliance paying homage to the soulful spirit of Coltrane.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady improvisational exploration
  • rich emotional peaks and valleys
  • soulful tribute to a legend
  • meditative moments for reflection

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • seek short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1987, McCoy Tyner was an established figure in jazz, known for his work with the John Coltrane Quartet. 'Blues for Coltrane: A Tribute to John Coltrane' arrived following his influential albums in the 1970s and marked a reflective moment as he honored Coltrane's legacy while continuing to explore his own creative path.
Stylistic neighbors
Chick Corea· Herbie Hancock· Keith Jarrett

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Bluesin’ for John C. 5:52
  • 2 Naima 6:02
  • 3 Promise 8:18
  • 4 Lazy Bird 4:18
  • 5 I Want to Talk About You 9:15
  • 6 Last of the Hipmen 8:21
  • 7 Trane 10:14

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