Harmony
Bill Frisell · 2019
46 min · 14 tracks · jazz
A serene blend of lush melodies and contemplative improvisation that exemplifies Frisell's unique voice in contemporary jazz.
Top tracks — play these first
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Everywhere Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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God’s Wing’d Horse — This track exemplifies Frisell's signature ability to create expansive soundscapes while balancing intricate guitar lines with rich harmonic textures, evoking a sense of wonder.
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Lush Life — Frisell's interpretation transforms this classic into a meditative journey, highlighting his ability to blend traditional jazz with introspective modernism.
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Where Have All the Flowers Gone? — This poignant rendition underscores Frisell's knack for storytelling through music, infusing the familiar melody with fresh emotional depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalFrisell's intricate guitar work and varied emotional landscapes create a distinctive yet cohesive instrumental experience.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of layered guitar textures, with Frisell often employing looping techniques to create rich soundscapes.
- Tracks vary in length, with several pieces exceeding five minutes, allowing for extended improvisation and exploration of themes.
- There is a noticeable shift in mood across the album, with tracks like 'Deep Dead Blue' introducing a more melancholic tone compared to the lighter feel of 'Everywhere'.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective moments of quiet contemplation
- gentle melodies for evening relaxation
- short pieces inviting repeated listens
- soothing sounds for introspective moods
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy dance tracks
- prefer longer, epic compositions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued artistic vitality in Frisell's evolving sound.
- Themes
- American musical traditions· meditative soundscapes· contemplative improvisation
- Career context
- By 2019, Bill Frisell had established himself as a pivotal figure in jazz, known for his innovative guitar work and genre-blurring style. 'Harmony' is his follow-up to the critically acclaimed 'Music Is,' showcasing his continued evolution and deepening exploration of American musical traditions while collaborating with a consistent core group of musicians.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pat Metheny· John Abercrombie· Julian Lage
Tracklist
- 1 Everywhere Start here 5:35
- 2 God’s Wing’d Horse 4:07
- 3 Fifty Years 4:06
- 4 Hard Times 3:56
- 5 Deep Dead Blue 3:07
- 6 There in a Dream 4:40
- 7 Lonesome 3:20
- 8 On the Street Where You Live 3:23
- 9 How Many Miles? 2:28
- 10 Lush Life 3:54
- 11 Honest Man 1:17
- 12 Red River Valley 2:00
- 13 Curiosity 1:40
- 14 Where Have All the Flowers Gone? 3:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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