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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

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