Easy
Grant Green · 1978
45 min · 6 tracks · jazz
A mellow blend of smooth jazz infused with soulful guitar melodies and rich rhythmic textures.
Top tracks — play these first
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Easy — The title track sets the tone for the album with its laid-back vibe and intricate guitar work that highlights Green's signature style.
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Just the Way You Are — This cover of Billy Joel's classic showcases Green's ability to interpret mainstream hits through a jazz lens, blending accessibility with artistic expression.
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Empanada — With its extended runtime, this track allows Green to explore improvisational depths, showcasing his versatility and deep connection to the instrument.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- smooth evening relaxation vibes
- inviting background for gatherings
- steady pacing for focused work
- gentle melodies for winding down
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer immediate, punchy songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1978, 'Easy' marked Grant Green's return to the recording scene after a significant hiatus since his last album in 1975. By this time, he had transitioned into a more commercially accessible style, moving away from the hard bop roots that initially defined his career. This album showcases his evolving sound as he embraced a softer jazz aesthetic aimed at broader audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- George Benson· Kenny Burrell· Jimmy Ponder
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Easy 8:01
- 2 Just the Way You Are 7:10
- 3 Wave 6:09
- 4 Empanada 12:17
- 5 Nighttime in the Switching Yard 5:03
- 6 Three Times a Lady 7:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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