What makes Cry! – Tender by Yusef Lateef notable?

This album is significant for its innovative fusion of Western jazz with Eastern modalities, influencing subsequent generations of musicians exploring world music. It received positive critical reception, being noted for its adventurous spirit and complexity, which helped solidify Lateef's reputation as an avant-garde artist in jazz history. Released in 1960, 'Cry! – Tender' was Yusef Lateef's sixth album, showcasing his evolution as a leading figure in the jazz genre. This album followed his critically acclaimed work 'Eastern Sounds' (1961), marking a period where he began to blend traditional African and Eastern musical elements into jazz, enriching the genre's diversity.

Who is Cry! – Tender for?

Cry! – Tender works well if you're into steady pacing with emotional depth, heartfelt improvisation for reflection and rich textures for attentive listening.

How many songs are on Cry! – Tender?

Cry! – Tender has 8 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Cry! – Tender

Yusef Lateef · 1960

37 min · 8 tracks · jazz

A rich tapestry of modal jazz woven with soulful Eastern influences and heartfelt improvisation.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady pacing with emotional depth
heartfelt improvisation for reflection
rich textures for attentive listening
balanced progression with climactic moments

Maybe skip if you want

seeking instant gratification
prefer fast-paced experiences

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1960, 'Cry! – Tender' was Yusef Lateef's sixth album, showcasing his evolution as a leading figure in the jazz genre. This album followed his critically acclaimed work 'Eastern Sounds' (1961), marking a period where he began to blend traditional African and Eastern musical elements into jazz, enriching the genre's diversity.
Stylistic neighbors: Pharoah Sanders· Alice Coltrane· Don Cherry