Color Rit
Lee Ritenour · 1989
43 min · 10 tracks · jazz fusion
A vibrant fusion of jazz and world music, rich with melodic grooves and intricate rhythms.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its blend of jazz with global influences, showcasing Ritenour's ability to cross genres successfully. It received positive critical reception and added to Ritenour's prominence in the jazz fusion scene during the late 1980s, influencing subsequent artists exploring similar fusions.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo groove exploration melodic rhythms for casual listening for afternoon unwind
- Context
- Released in 1989, 'Color Rit' marked Lee Ritenour's continued exploration of jazz fusion after his successful albums in the 1980s. At this point in his career, he was building on the acclaim from previous works like 'Rit' (1986) and solidifying his reputation as a versatile guitarist and collaborator.
- 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 Bahia Funk Standout 4:54
- 2 É Standout 4:44
- 3 All the Same Tonight 4:39
- 4 Mister Reggae Standout 4:08
- 5 I Can't Let Go 4:18
- 6 Color Rit 4:58
- 7 The Kiss 4:02
- 8 Malibu 4:49
- 9 Tropical Storm 3:08
- 10 Etude 4:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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