Bull's Eye!
Barry Harris · 1968
42 min · 6 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of hard bop energy and intricate melodies that showcases Barry Harris's virtuosic piano work.
Top tracks — play these first
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Bull's Eye — The title track sets the tone for the album with its complex harmonies and spirited tempo, effectively capturing Harris's innovative style.
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Off Monk — This piece pays homage to Thelonious Monk while highlighting Harris’s own creative interpretations through intricate rhythmic variations and melodic lines.
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Oh So Basal — With its extended length, this track allows for deep exploration of themes and showcases Harris’s improvisational prowess alongside dynamic ensemble interaction.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalHarris's virtuosic piano work and intricate compositions create a vibrant jazz experience.
What we noticed
- Each track showcases extended improvisation sections, allowing for spontaneous interaction between the musicians.
- The first three tracks maintain a brisk tempo, while the last three gradually introduce more subdued rhythms.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady rhythmic explorations throughout
- consistent thematic development present
- ideal for focused listening sessions
- engaging complexity for attentive ears
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- want immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1968, Bull's Eye! marks Barry Harris's emergence as a prominent figure in the jazz scene following his tenure with legendary artists like Dizzy Gillespie. This album builds on his previous work, further solidifying his reputation as a masterful pianist and composer during the peak of the hard bop movement.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thelonious Monk· McCoy Tyner· Cedar Walton
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bull's Eye 7:02
- 2 Clockwise 4:43
- 3 Off Monk 9:48
- 4 Barengo 7:04
- 5 Off Minor 4:34
- 6 Oh So Basal 8:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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