Early in the Morning
Ramsey Lewis · 1960
28 min · 10 tracks · jazz fusion · jazz-funk
A vibrant blend of jazz and pop, underscored by Ramsey Lewis's masterful piano and soulful arrangements.
Why this album works
'Early in the Morning' received critical acclaim for its innovative melding of jazz and popular music elements. The album contributed to Lewis’s rise on the charts, helping to pave the way for subsequent crossover successes in the genre.
- Best for
- morning coffee ambiance short bursts of reflection smooth transitions between tracks
- Context
- Released in 1960, 'Early in the Morning' marked Ramsey Lewis's third album, showcasing his growing prominence in the jazz scene. This album followed his breakthrough success with 'Ramsey Lewis and the Gentlemen of Swing' and solidified his reputation as a leading artist in jazz-pop fusion.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nancy Sinatra· Julie London· Dean Martin· Aretha Franklin· Charlie Rich· Elvis Presley· Ella Fitzgerald· Lena Horne
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Early in the Morning Standout 2:56
- 2 Don't Explain 3:10
- 3 So Long 3:25
- 4 Good Morning, Heartache Standout 3:15
- 5 Trouble Is a Man 2:42
- 6 I Ain't Got Nothing but the Blues Standout 2:20
- 7 Baby Don't You Cry 2:13
- 8 Rocks in My Bed 2:42
- 9 I'm Just a Lucky So & So 3:02
- 10 I Almost Lost My Mind 3:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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