Breaking Point! cover

Breaking Point!

Freddie Hubbard · 1964

46 min · 7 tracks · jazz

A vibrant tapestry of hard-bop intricacies interwoven with soaring trumpet lines and complex rhythmic structures.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady exploration of themes
  • vibrant trumpet-led improvisations
  • captivating rhythmic intricacies
  • long-form tracks for deep listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, upbeat tracks
  • dislike extended improvisational pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time Freddie Hubbard released 'Breaking Point!' in 1964, he was already established as a leading figure in jazz, following his acclaimed album 'Hub-Tones' from 1962. This album came during a prolific period for Hubbard, showcasing his evolution as a composer and bandleader, as well as his collaborations with other prominent jazz artists.
Stylistic neighbors
Lee Morgan· Donald Byrd· Art Farmer

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Breaking Point 10:15
  • 2 Far Away 10:55
  • 3 Blue Frenzy 6:22
  • 4 Blue Frenzy (alternate take) 3:15
  • 5 D Minor Mint 6:22
  • 6 Mirrors 6:04
  • 7 Mirrors (alternate take) 3:19

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