What makes Both Feet on the Ground by Kenny Burrell notable?

Both Feet on the Ground received positive critical acclaim for its sophisticated arrangements and Burrell's expressive guitar playing. The album has been influential within the jazz community, showcasing a deeper emotional range that resonated with listeners and critics alike, helping to define the sound of early 1970s jazz. Released in 1973, Both Feet on the Ground marks Kenny Burrell's transition into a more introspective phase of his career following a decade of prolific recordings. This album illustrates Burrell's mastery of blending bluesy melodies with sophisticated jazz arrangements, solidifying his status as a leading figure in the jazz guitar scene.

Who is Both Feet on the Ground for?

Both Feet on the Ground works well if you're into steady mid-tempo groove throughout, heartfelt melodies for reflection and for morning routines.

How many songs are on Both Feet on the Ground?

Both Feet on the Ground has 7 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Both Feet on the Ground

Kenny Burrell · 1973

39 min · 7 tracks · blues

A seamless blend of jazz and soul, featuring intricate guitar work and emotive vocal interpretations that resonate deeply.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Nana — This opening track features intricate guitar lines interwoven with lush orchestration, establishing the album's mood while highlighting Burrell's virtuosity.
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Good Morning, Heartache — Burrell’s rendition of this classic showcases his ability to convey deep emotion through both guitar and vocal interpretation, marking a standout moment on the album.
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Both Feet on the Ground — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of grounding and introspection, with Burrell’s guitar articulating a narrative rich in feeling and nuance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo groove throughout
heartfelt melodies for reflection
for morning routines
rich emotional resonance in tracks

Maybe skip if you

seekers of high-energy excitement
prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1973, Both Feet on the Ground marks Kenny Burrell's transition into a more introspective phase of his career following a decade of prolific recordings. This album illustrates Burrell's mastery of blending bluesy melodies with sophisticated jazz arrangements, solidifying his status as a leading figure in the jazz guitar scene.
Stylistic neighbors: George Benson· Wes Montgomery· Jim Hall

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Tracklist

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

1 Nana 6:18
2 All Mine (Minha) 6:24
3 Tomorrow 6:33
4 Spin 4:48
5 Good Morning, Heartache 4:57
6 Listen to the Dawn 4:25
7 Both Feet on the Ground 6:29

What to play next

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