First Wish
Chris Botti · 1995
45 min · 10 tracks · jazz · easy listening
A lush blend of smooth jazz melodies and emotive trumpet lines that evoke cinematic landscapes.
Why this album works
'First Wish' introduced Botti's signature sound, helping to establish him within the smooth jazz scene. The album received positive critical reception and laid the groundwork for his later commercial breakthroughs, including collaborations with major artists and charting on Billboard's Contemporary Jazz charts.
- Best for
- steady melodic journey throughout cinematic soundscapes for relaxation for evening unwind
- Context
- Released as Chris Botti's debut album, 'First Wish' marked the beginning of his career in the jazz genre. At this time, Botti was transitioning from performing as a sideman to establishing his own artistic identity, setting the stage for his future success in contemporary jazz.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Burt Bacharach· The Carpenters· Kenny G
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Worlds Outside Standout 4:38
- 2 On the Night Ride 4:30
- 3 First Wish Standout 4:59
- 4 Like I Do Now 4:56
- 5 Cubism 5:33
- 6 Through Tin Hearts 4:26
- 7 Longing Standout 5:09
- 8 Nerve Central 4:51
- 9 Fade to Day 5:19
- 10 A Few More Days, A Few More Weeks 1:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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