Farewell Keystone cover

Farewell Keystone

Bobby Hutcherson

52 min · 6 tracks · jazz fusion · swing

A vibrant blend of textured vibraphone melodies and intricate rhythms that evoke a sense of exploration.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for deep focus
  • vibrant textures for explorative listening
  • gradual build towards resolution
  • immersive experience for reflective moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1976, 'Farewell Keystone' came during Bobby Hutcherson's prolific period as a jazz vibraphonist, following his acclaimed album 'San Francisco'. At this point in his career, Hutcherson was cementing his reputation within the jazz fusion genre, having already collaborated with notable artists like McCoy Tyner and Eric Dolphy.
Stylistic neighbors
McCoy Tyner· Joe Chambers· Gary Burton

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Crescent Moon 7:14
  • 2 Short Stuff 6:50
  • 3 Prism 6:59
  • 4 Starting Over 10:54
  • 5 Rubber Man 6:55
  • 6 Mapenzi 13:29

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