Is Hicks Time a good place to start with John Hicks?

Yes, Hicks Time is recommended as a starting point for new John Hicks listeners. A vibrant jazz tapestry woven from intricate melodies and rich improvisations painted by expressive piano lines. Released in 1993, Hicks Time was John Hicks' first album as a leader after spending years as a sought-after sideman in the jazz scene. By this point, he had established himself through collaborations with notable artists like Betty Carter and Woody Shaw, showcasing his profound skill and unique style.

Who is Hicks Time for?

Hicks Time works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, intricate melodies for deep focus and for reflective afternoons.

How many songs are on Hicks Time?

Hicks Time has 11 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.

Hicks Time

John Hicks

59 min · 11 tracks · jazz

A vibrant jazz tapestry woven from intricate melodies and rich improvisations painted by expressive piano lines.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Naima's Love Song Start here — This track beautifully interprets Coltrane's classic, showcasing Hicks' lyrical piano style combined with deep emotional resonance that sets the tone for the album.
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Redd's Blues — An homage to fellow musician Redd Holt, this piece encapsulates the essence of soulful jazz while highlighting Hicks' deft touch and melodic improvisation.
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Hicks' Time — The title track features intricate harmonies and showcases Hicks' mastery of rhythm and tempo, making it a standout performance on this record.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

Hicks Time showcases strong compositions and skilled performances, making it a notable entry in the jazz genre.

What we noticed

Several tracks incorporate extended improvisation sections, allowing the musicians to explore themes in depth and showcase their technical skills.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic journey with emotional peaks
intricate melodies for deep focus
for reflective afternoons
engaging rhythms that invite movement

Maybe skip if you

prefer quick, upbeat tracks
seek straightforward listening experiences

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — First album as a leader, establishing Hicks' reputation in jazz.
Career context: Released in 1993, Hicks Time was John Hicks' first album as a leader after spending years as a sought-after sideman in the jazz scene. By this point, he had established himself through collaborations with notable artists like Betty Carter and Woody Shaw, showcasing his profound skill and unique style.
Stylistic neighbors: McCoy Tyner· Chick Corea· Ahmad Jamal

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Tracklist

1 Naima's Love Song Start here 3:02
2 Peanut Butter 6:14
3 Hicks' Time 4:26
4 April Eyes 7:59
5 Redd's Blues 4:15
6 Reminds Me 4:56
7 Jest a Little 5:30
8 Two Heartbeats 5:27
9 Heart to Heart 4:42
10 Steadfast 6:48
11 After the Morning 6:30

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