Funky Serenity
Ramsey Lewis · 1973
48 min · 9 tracks · jazz fusion · jazz-funk
A vibrant blend of jazz-funk grooves and soulful melodies that effortlessly balances serenity and danceability.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady groove for relaxed evenings
- uplifting vibes for social gatherings
- danceable rhythms with serene undertones
- smooth transitions between vibrant tracks
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced, high-energy music
- seek starkly contrasting track variety
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 1973, Ramsey Lewis was transitioning into a more contemporary sound following his successful album 'Sun Goddess' from the previous year. 'Funky Serenity' marked his exploration into jazz fusion, expanding his repertoire while maintaining commercial appeal. This album showcased Lewis's ability to merge traditional jazz with funk elements, solidifying his status in the evolving music landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Herbie Hancock· Chick Corea· George Benson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Kufanya Mapenzi (Making Love) 5:17
- 2 If Loving You Is Wrong I Don't Want to Be Right 5:24
- 3 What It Is! 2:41
- 4 My Love for You 5:14
- 5 Nights in White Satin 5:36
- 6 Serene Funk 4:11
- 7 Dreams 9:39
- 8 Betcha by Golly Wow! 5:09
- 9 Where Is the Love 4:55
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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