Heaven on Earth
Larry Young · 1968
37 min · 6 tracks · jazz
A transcendent blend of modal jazz and soulful grooves, weaving intricate melodies with hypnotic rhythms.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Hereafter — This track showcases Young's ability to meld complex harmonies with a deep spiritual undertone, creating an immersive listening experience that encapsulates the album's essence.
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Heaven on Earth — The title track features a stunning interplay between organ and percussion, reflecting Young's innovative use of textures that define this pivotal record.
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My Funny Valentine — Young's interpretation of this classic stands out with its lush arrangements, transforming the familiar melody into a fresh exploration of emotional depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases strong modal compositions with varied instrumentation but has a few less cohesive moments.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent use of modal harmonies, creating a fluid and expansive soundscape.
- The final track, 'My Funny Valentine', stands out as a reinterpretation, contrasting the previous pieces with its more familiar melody.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
Known within its scene. 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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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The Cradle
In this track, the music shifts from soft whispers to powerful crescendos, illustrating a journey from innocence to enlightenment.
The dynamic contrast effectively mirrors the theme of growth and discovery, enhancing the emotional impact of the composition.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Infant 5:57
- 2 The Cradle 4:58
- 3 The Hereafter 8:34
- 4 Heaven on Earth 6:04
- 5 Call Me 7:27
- 6 My Funny Valentine 4:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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