Born Free cover

Born Free

Milt Jackson · 1968

34 min · 10 tracks · bebop · hard bop

A vibrant blend of jazz improvisation and soulful melodies, echoing the spirit of freedom and self-expression.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • soulful improvisation and expression
  • uplifting vibes for relaxation
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy intensity
  • prefer lengthy, sprawling albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1968, 'Born Free' was Milt Jackson's first album under the CTI label after a prolific career with the Modern Jazz Quartet. This period marked a significant evolution in his sound, as he embraced a more expansive approach to jazz, incorporating elements of soul and funk.
Stylistic neighbors
Bobby Hutcherson· Gary Burton· Lionel Hampton

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Born Free 4:08
  • 2 Bring It Home (To Me) 3:22
  • 3 Tears of Joy 3:35
  • 4 Whalepool 2:30
  • 5 Some Kinda Waltz 3:12
  • 6 A Time and a Place 2:37
  • 7 We Dwell in Our Hearts 3:02
  • 8 So What 5:23
  • 9 The Shadow of Your Smile 4:03
  • 10 One Step Down 2:51

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata