In Cold Blood
31 min · 12 tracks · funk
A vibrant blend of jazz and orchestral arrangements that captures the tension and drama of its cinematic origins.
Top tracks — play these first
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In Cold Blood Start here — The title track sets the tone for the album with its intricate layers and haunting melodies, embodying the chilling essence of the narrative.
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Seduction — This track exemplifies Jones' ability to create an intimate atmosphere through lush instrumentation, reflecting the emotional undercurrents of the story.
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Murder Scene — With its tense pacing and dramatic flair, this piece captures a pivotal moment in the narrative, showcasing Jones’ skill at evoking suspense through music.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of playful energy
- fragmented narratives with quick shifts
- catchy themes for light enjoyment
- brief tracks for snippets
Maybe skip if you
- prefer long, cohesive albums
- want deep, immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album marked a significant step in Quincy's career, gaining wider recognition.
- Themes
- cinematic tension· murderous intrigue· intimate seduction
- Career context
- In Cold Blood, released in 1967, marked Quincy Jones' first foray into film scoring, coming shortly after his successful production work on several popular albums. At this point in his career, Jones was already a prominent producer and arranger but was transitioning into a new phase where he would expand his influence into film music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Herbie Hancock· Stevie Wonder· George Benson
Tracklist
- 1 In Cold Blood Start here 2:48
- 2 Clutter Family Theme 2:03
- 3 Hangin' Paper 2:10
- 4 Down Clutter's Lane 2:43
- 5 Seduction 2:35
- 6 Perry's Theme 3:20
- 7 Lonely Bottles 2:34
- 8 No Witnesses 2:13
- 9 I'll Have To Kill You 2:25
- 10 Nina 3:56
- 11 Murder Scene 2:02
- 12 The Corner 2:52
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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