Heaven and Earth
Al Jarreau · 1992
47 min · 10 tracks · funk · R&B · soul
Smooth jazz grooves intertwine with soulful melodies, showcasing Jarreau's vocal prowess and emotional depth.
Why this album works
The album features a blend of jazz, soul, and funk that highlights Jarreau's unique vocal style, earning him a Grammy nomination for Best Male Jazz Vocal Performance. While it did not achieve commercial success comparable to his earlier work, 'Heaven and Earth' is celebrated for its artistic integrity and remains influential among smooth jazz aficionados.
- Career context
- Released in 1992, 'Heaven and Earth' was Al Jarreau's follow-up to his successful album 'Heart's Horizon' from 1988. At this point in his career, Jarreau was solidifying his place in the smooth jazz and R&B genres while navigating the changing music landscape of the early '90s. This album captured his versatility as an artist transitioning between pop sensibilities and jazz traditions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Coltrane· Bob Dylan· Miles Davis· Thelonious Monk· Charles Mingus· Diana Ross· Ella Fitzgerald· Barbra Streisand
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 What You Do to Me Standout 4:35
- 2 It’s Not Hard to Love You 6:12
- 3 Blue Angel 5:08
- 4 Heaven and Earth Standout 4:27
- 5 Superfine Love Standout 5:24
- 6 Whenever I Hear Your Name 5:28
- 7 Love of My Life 4:01
- 8 If I Break 5:49
- 9 Blue in Green (Tapestry), Part I: The Dedication 2:53
- 10 Blue in Green (Tapestry), Part II: The Dance 3:27
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