Handcrafted
Kenny Burrell · 1979
35 min · 5 tracks · blues · jazz · soul
A smooth blend of jazz and blues, rich with soulful guitar melodies and intricate arrangements.
Why this album works
- Best for
- smooth evening unwind sessions soulful melodies for relaxation steady pacing with gradual resolution
- Context
- By the time 'Handcrafted' was released in 1979, Kenny Burrell was an established figure in jazz, having already released numerous albums since his debut in 1956. This album came during a period when he was exploring more diverse influences, blending traditional jazz with blues and soul elements.
- If you like
- blues, jazz, soul
Handcrafted is an album by Kenny Burrell, released in 1979. A smooth blend of jazz and blues, rich with soulful guitar melodies and intricate arrangements. The album is significant as it showcases Burrell's ability to seamlessly merge genres, which influenced many jazz guitarists who followed. It received positive reviews for its sophisticated compositions and arrangements, reinforcing Burrell's reputation as a leading jazz guitarist of his time. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Handcrafted sound like?
A smooth blend of jazz and blues, rich with soulful guitar melodies and intricate arrangements. Rooted in blues and jazz.
What makes Handcrafted by Kenny Burrell notable?
The album is significant as it showcases Burrell's ability to seamlessly merge genres, which influenced many jazz guitarists who followed. It received positive reviews for its sophisticated compositions and arrangements, reinforcing Burrell's reputation as a leading jazz guitarist of his time. By the time 'Handcrafted' was released in 1979, Kenny Burrell was an established figure in jazz, having already released numerous albums since his debut in 1956. This album came during a period when he was exploring more diverse influences, blending traditional jazz with blues and soul elements.
Who is Handcrafted for?
Handcrafted works well if you're into smooth evening unwind sessions, soulful melodies for relaxation and steady pacing with gradual resolution.
How many songs are on Handcrafted?
Handcrafted has 5 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You And The Night And The Music Standout 4:43
- 2 So Little Time 6:27
- 3 I'm Glad There Is You Standout 8:15
- 4 All Blues Standout 10:08
- 5 It Could Happen To You 5:47
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