Born Free
Milt Jackson · 1968
34 min · 10 tracks · bebop
A vibrant blend of bebop and hard bop, featuring intricate melodies and rich improvisational textures.
Top tracks — play these first
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Born Free — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its lyrical exploration of liberation, underscored by Jackson's emotive playing that invites deep reflection.
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Tears of Joy — This track features an interplay between Jackson's vibraphone and the ensemble that highlights emotional depth, making it a standout moment on the album.
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So What — A reinterpretation of Miles Davis' classic, this track showcases Jackson's inventive improvisation style while paying homage to jazz traditions.
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
- seeking high-energy intensity
- prefer lengthy, sprawling albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1968, Born Free marked Milt Jackson's transition into a more personal style after his tenure with the Modern Jazz Quartet. This album followed his collaboration on 1967's 'Sunflower', showcasing his evolution as a solo artist during a prolific period in his career.
- 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
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