Chick Corea Akoustic Band
Chick Corea · 1989
60 min · 10 tracks · post-bop · avant-garde jazz
A vibrant interplay of acoustic textures and intricate melodies that showcases Corea's virtuosity and improvisational spirit.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its critical acclaim and for revitalizing interest in acoustic jazz during a time when electronic elements were becoming more prevalent. It features Corea's rendition of classics like 'Spain,' which remains a staple in jazz repertoire, and received positive reviews from major publications like DownBeat, solidifying its place in jazz history.
- Best for
- steady melodic explorations throughout intricate improvisation and interplay for focused listening
- Context
- By 1989, Chick Corea was already an established figure in jazz, known for his innovative work with Return to Forever. 'Chick Corea Akoustic Band' was a significant return to a more stripped-down format, showcasing his mastery of the piano in an intimate trio setting, following the commercially successful 'The Mad Hatter' released in 1978.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Prince· Diana Ross· Bob Dylan· Christina Aguilera· George Benson· Ella Fitzgerald· Aretha Franklin· Barbra Streisand
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bessie’s Blues Standout 4:55
- 2 My One and Only Love Standout 4:48
- 3 So in Love 6:54
- 4 Sophisticated Lady 5:07
- 5 Autumn Leaves 8:14
- 6 Someday My Prince Will Come 6:13
- 7 Morning Sprite 6:34
- 8 T.B.C. (Terminal Baggage Claim) 5:14
- 9 Circles 6:29
- 10 Spain Standout 5:52
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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