What makes Feeling Blue by Phil Upchurch notable?

The album is notable for its seamless fusion of blues and jazz elements, which influenced many musicians in both genres. It received positive recognition for its innovative arrangements and was part of the late 1960s movement that embraced genre-blurring styles, contributing to Upchurch's later success as a respected artist in the blues and jazz scenes. Feeling Blue is Phil Upchurch's debut album, released in 1968 after he established a reputation as a session guitarist. At this point in his career, Upchurch was transitioning from backing prominent artists to showcasing his own musical vision, setting the stage for his future work as a solo artist.

How many songs are on Feeling Blue?

Feeling Blue has 10 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Feeling Blue

Phil Upchurch · 1968

38 min · 10 tracks · blues

A soulful blend of blues and jazz, marked by intricate guitar work and heartfelt vocals that convey deep emotion.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Feeling Blue — The title track opens the album with an emotional depth that encapsulates the blend of jazz sophistication and blues heartache. Its melodic structure highlights Upchurch's skillful guitar playing while establishing the album's reflective mood.
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Corcovado (Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars) — This interpretation of a Brazilian classic features lush harmonies and showcases Upchurch's ability to merge different musical idioms effortlessly. The arrangement highlights his guitar prowess within a jazz framework, making it a standout moment on the record.
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Really Sincere — This track stands out with its expressive guitar solos and poignant lyrics, capturing the essence of longing that runs throughout the album. It's an excellent example of how Upchurch blends personal storytelling with intricate musicianship.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong guitar work and vocal harmonies, blending blues and jazz in a distinctive way.

What we noticed

The album features intricate guitar solos that often extend beyond traditional blues phrasing, blending jazz improvisation techniques.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

1 Feeling Blue 3:05
2 Stop and Listen 2:46
3 Corcovado (Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars) 4:07
4 Really Sincere 4:48
5 Tangerine 3:34
6 Up Up and Away 2:42
7 Israel 3:54
8 Subaceous Lament 4:19
9 Muscle Soul 2:41
10 I Want a Little Girl 6:31

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