Free
Benny Golson · 1963
62 min · 13 tracks · jazz fusion
A vibrant blend of hard bop and lyrical balladry, showcasing intricate melodies and rich improvisation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic exploration through varied pacing
- intricate melodies for attentive listeners
- suitable for reflective evening sessions
- wave-like rhythms inviting emotional engagement
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek straightforward, predictable structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1963, 'Free' was Benny Golson's first album after leaving the Jazz Messengers, marking a significant step in his solo career. At this point, Golson was transitioning from a prominent sideman role to becoming a bandleader and composer, establishing his unique voice in jazz.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Wayne Shorter· Horace Silver· Joe Henderson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shock Cha 7:10
- 2 Mad About the Boy 7:15
- 3 Just by Myself 5:45
- 4 Shade of Stein 4:30
- 5 My Romance 7:30
- 6 Just in Time 5:55
- 7 You're My Thrill 1:34
- 8 My Heart Belongs to Daddy 4:08
- 9 The Best Things for You Is Me 2:46
- 10 Improptune 3:00
- 11 Little Karin 3:33
- 12 Swing It 4:24
- 13 I Fall in Love Too Easily 4:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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