Dearly Beloved cover

Dearly Beloved

Stanley Turrentine · 1962

44 min · 7 tracks · jazz

A lush tapestry of soulful melodies and intricate improvisation that captures the essence of 1960s jazz.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic progression throughout
  • soulful improvisation for relaxation
  • for evening unwinding
  • rich emotional resonance in tunes

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced energy
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1962, 'Dearly Beloved' marked Stanley Turrentine's third album as a bandleader, following his successful sophomore release 'Look Out!' in 1961. At this point in his career, Turrentine was solidifying his place in the jazz scene, known for his warm tenor saxophone tone and engaging compositions.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Baia 5:32
  • 2 Wee Hour Theme 4:42
  • 3 My Shining Hour 6:52
  • 4 Troubles of the World 5:15
  • 5 Yesterdays 8:50
  • 6 Dearly Beloved 7:13
  • 7 Nothing Ever Changes My Love With You 6:17

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