Released 60 years ago
Hold On, I'm Coming
Art Blakey · 1966
33 min · 11 tracks · bebop
A vibrant blend of soulful grooves and hard-bop energy, showcasing jazz's infectious rhythms and improvisational flair.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady grooves for easy listening
- short bursts of infectious energy
- for lively gatherings
- playful tunes with upbeat vibes
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer long, introspective pieces
- seek deep lyrical narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1966, 'Hold On, I'm Coming' marks Art Blakey's first album with his band, The Jazz Messengers, in the mid-60s. This period was significant as Blakey was already a prominent figure in jazz, having established the ensemble as a launching pad for many young musicians. The album came after a series of successful releases in the early 1960s, continuing to solidify his influence in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Max Roach· Elvin Jones· Tony Williams
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Daydream 2:58
- 2 Hold On, I’m Coming 2:27
- 3 Secret Agent Man 2:51
- 4 I Can’t Grow Peaches on a Cherry Tree 2:06
- 5 Walking My Cat Named Dog 1:46
- 6 Sakeena 3:39
- 7 Got My Mojo Working 3:16
- 8 Mame 2:50
- 9 She Blew a Good Thing 2:13
- 10 Monday Monday 2:14
- 11 Slowly but Surely 7:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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