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Exposure

Esperanza Spalding · 2017

43 min · 10 tracks · funk · jazz · soul

A vibrant blend of jazz, funk, and soul that showcases intricate musicianship and profound lyricism.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove exploration
  • intricate musicianship for detail-oriented
  • vibrant sound for uplifting moments
  • thoughtful reflections during quiet times

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking immediate high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone singles over flow

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Exposure' was released in 2017, Esperanza Spalding had already established herself as a Grammy-winning artist, following her breakthrough album 'Chamber Music Society' in 2010. This album marked her return after exploring various musical styles and solidified her reputation as an innovative force in contemporary jazz.
Stylistic neighbors
Robert Glasper· Hiatus Kaiyote· Snarky Puppy

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Swimming Toward The Black Dot 4:52
  • 2 Public Trance It 4:34
  • 3 Heaven In Pennies 6:18
  • 4 Colonial Fire 3:57
  • 5 Coming To Life 4:10
  • 6 Geriment 2:20
  • 7 I Am Telling You 4:37
  • 8 The Ways You Got The Love 5:19
  • 9 I Do 2:44
  • 10 Double Jointed Crayon 4:14

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