Gettin' Around
Dexter Gordon · 1966
59 min · 8 tracks · swing · bebop · hard bop
Rich saxophone melodies dance over lush arrangements, blending the warmth of hard bop with sophisticated swing.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady melodic journey throughout rich saxophone warmth enveloping for evening relaxation
- Context
- Released in 1966, 'Gettin' Around' marks Dexter Gordon's return to the recording scene after a significant hiatus in the late 1960s. At this point, Gordon was revitalizing his career, transitioning from a celebrated musician in Europe back to the U.S. jazz scene, where he would soon become prominent again.
- If you like
- swing, bebop, hard bop
Gettin' Around is an album by Dexter Gordon, released in 1966. Rich saxophone melodies dance over lush arrangements, blending the warmth of hard bop with sophisticated swing. The album is notable for its critical reception, showcasing Gordon's ability to blend emotional depth with technical prowess. It helped solidify his reputation during a pivotal time and contributed to the resurgence of interest in jazz during the late 1960s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gettin' Around sound like?
Rich saxophone melodies dance over lush arrangements, blending the warmth of hard bop with sophisticated swing. Rooted in swing and bebop.
What makes Gettin' Around by Dexter Gordon notable?
The album is notable for its critical reception, showcasing Gordon's ability to blend emotional depth with technical prowess. It helped solidify his reputation during a pivotal time and contributed to the resurgence of interest in jazz during the late 1960s. Released in 1966, 'Gettin' Around' marks Dexter Gordon's return to the recording scene after a significant hiatus in the late 1960s. At this point, Gordon was revitalizing his career, transitioning from a celebrated musician in Europe back to the U.S. jazz scene, where he would soon become prominent again.
Who is Gettin' Around for?
Gettin' Around works well if you're into steady melodic journey throughout, rich saxophone warmth enveloping and for evening relaxation.
How many songs are on Gettin' Around?
Gettin' Around has 8 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Manha de Carnaval Standout 8:25
- 2 Who Can I Turn To (When Nobody Needs Me) Standout 5:15
- 3 Heartaches 7:45
- 4 Shiny Stockings Standout 6:19
- 5 Everybody's Somebody's Fool 6:45
- 6 Le Coiffeur 7:00
- 7 Very Saxily Yours 6:53
- 8 Flick of a Trick 10:34
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