Heads Up
David "Fathead" Newman · 1987
63 min · 8 tracks · jazz
Soulful jazz harmonies intertwine with vibrant saxophone melodies, creating an atmosphere of warmth and nostalgia.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove
- warm nostalgic atmosphere
- for evening relaxation
- inviting saxophone melodies
- soulful harmonies throughout
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer short, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1987, 'Heads Up' was David 'Fathead' Newman's first album after a decade of collaboration with Ray Charles. At this point, Newman was solidifying his solo career while exploring various jazz styles, showcasing his versatility as a saxophonist and bandleader.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cannonball Adderley· Stan Getz· John Coltrane
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ain’t Misbehavin’ 7:44
- 2 Makin’ Whoopee 8:26
- 3 Heads Up 6:19
- 4 Old Folks 8:16
- 5 Delilah 7:24
- 6 Lover Man 9:55
- 7 For Buster 6:46
- 8 New York State of Mind 8:26
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