Captain Fingers
Lee Ritenour · 1977
40 min · 7 tracks · jazz fusion
A vibrant fusion of intricate guitar melodies and lush instrumentation that invites exploration.
Why this album works
The album features the hit single 'Isn't She Lovely', which became a staple in Ritenour's catalog and showcased his ability to blend jazz with popular influences. 'Captain Fingers' was well-received by critics, helping to further popularize jazz fusion in the late 1970s and influencing subsequent artists within the genre.
- Career context
- Released in 1977, 'Captain Fingers' marked Lee Ritenour's fifth studio album, showcasing his evolution into a prominent figure in jazz fusion. This album followed his successful works like 'Rit' and solidified his reputation as a skilled guitarist and composer during a pivotal moment in the genre's development.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thelonious Monk· Bob Dylan· Barbra Streisand· Diana Ross· Ella Fitzgerald· Aretha Franklin· Charles Mingus· Dave Brubeck
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Captain Fingers Standout 7:08
- 2 Dolphin Dreams Standout 7:04
- 3 Fly By Night 5:01
- 4 Margarita 5:11
- 5 Isn't She Lovely Standout 4:33
- 6 Space Glide 5:10
- 7 Sun Song 6:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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