Hipnosis cover

Hipnosis

Jackie McLean · 1978

38 min · 5 tracks · jazz

A vibrant blend of avant-garde jazz and soulful improvisation interwoven with dynamic rhythms.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • gradual builds towards resolution
  • immersive sound for deep engagement
  • vibrant rhythms for active participation

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, immediate satisfaction
  • dislike extended track lengths

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1978, 'Hipnosis' is Jackie McLean's first album after joining the influential label Blue Note. At this point in his career, McLean had already established himself as a prominent figure in the hard bop and avant-garde jazz scenes, but this album marks his transition into more exploratory territory, showcasing his evolving sound and musical maturity.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Hipnosis 11:15
  • 2 Slow Poke 7:40
  • 3 The Breakout 6:17
  • 4 Back Home 6:05
  • 5 The Reason Why 6:45

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