What makes Giant Bones '80 by Curtis Fuller notable?

This album is significant for its contribution to the development of post-bop jazz, blending traditional elements with modern influences. It garnered attention within the jazz community, earning positive reviews for its innovative compositions and Fuller’s impressive trombone work, reinforcing his status as a key figure in jazz history. Released in 1980, 'Giant Bones '80' marked Curtis Fuller's return to leadership after years as a sideman for prominent artists. This album followed his acclaimed work in the 1960s and early 1970s, showcasing his evolution as a bandleader while reflecting the changing landscape of jazz during this era.

Who is Giant Bones '80 for?

Giant Bones '80 works well if you're into steady mid-tempo grooves, intricate melodies for detail hunters and vibrant energy for social settings.

How many songs are on Giant Bones '80?

Giant Bones '80 has 8 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Giant Bones '80

Curtis Fuller · 1980

38 min · 8 tracks · jazz

A vibrant blend of hard bop and contemporary jazz, rich with intricate melodies and dynamic rhythms.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo grooves
intricate melodies for detail hunters
vibrant energy for social settings
engaging rhythms for background play

Maybe skip if you want

seeking instant gratification
prefer short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1980, 'Giant Bones '80' marked Curtis Fuller's return to leadership after years as a sideman for prominent artists. This album followed his acclaimed work in the 1960s and early 1970s, showcasing his evolution as a bandleader while reflecting the changing landscape of jazz during this era.
Stylistic neighbors: Art Blakey· Horace Silver· Wayne Shorter

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Tracklist

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

1 Love 4 Rent 7:27
2 Sweetness 3:53
3 I Fall in Love Too Easily 4:38
4 Scrapple From the Apple 4:15
5 Corriente 4:36
6 Nu Groove 4:33
7 Never Never Land 5:45
8 Hola 3:23

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