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Cherry

Stanley Turrentine · 1972

45 min · 7 tracks · jazz

A vibrant blend of soulful melodies and intricate improvisation that showcases Turrentine's commanding saxophone presence.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Speedball Start here — The opening track sets a high-energy tone with its brisk tempo and vibrant horn arrangements, showcasing Turrentine's energetic style right from the start.
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    Sister Sanctified — This piece highlights Turrentine’s ability to blend soulful expressions with complex harmonies, creating a rich emotional landscape that resonates throughout the album.
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    I Remember You — Turrentine's interpretation of this classic ballad demonstrates his lyrical phrasing and emotional depth, making it a standout moment on the record.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental
63 /100
Treeline
Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong improvisation and vibrant melodies, with a notable shift in pace towards the end.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a brisk tempo on 'Speedball', establishing an energetic mood that carries through the first half.
  • Each track features extended improvisation sections, allowing Turrentine's saxophone to explore various melodic ideas.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
7/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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, consistent energy levels
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • introspective reflective moments
  • dynamic emotional journeys

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album solidified Turrentine's reputation in jazz after earlier successes.
Themes
soulful melodies· 1970s jazz fusion· emotional ballads
Career context
By the time 'Cherry' was released in September 1972, Stanley Turrentine was already an established name in jazz, having gained prominence with his earlier works like 'Blue Hour' in 1963. This album came during a period of artistic exploration for Turrentine, as he sought to infuse more contemporary influences into his sound while maintaining his signature soulful style.
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Tracklist

  • 1 Speedball Start here 6:41
  • 2 I Remember You 5:11
  • 3 The Revs 7:47
  • 4 Sister Sanctified 6:05
  • 5 Cherry 5:11
  • 6 Introspective 7:01
  • 7 The More I See You 7:58

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