In the Mind of Jamie Cullum
Jamie Cullum · 2007
77 min · 16 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of jazz standards and original compositions, marked by playful improvisation and eclectic rhythms.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Think It’s Gonna Rain Today — This opening track sets a contemplative tone with its lush arrangement and introspective lyrics, showcasing Cullum's vocal expressiveness and interpretive depth.
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Fables of Faubus — Cullum’s rendition of this Charles Mingus piece highlights his improvisational skills and social commentary, breathing new life into a classic jazz standard.
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Stolen Moments — This track features intricate harmonies and a captivating groove that illustrates Cullum's mastery of blending jazz with modern sensibilities.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong compositions and skilled performances, though it doesn't fully break new ground in jazz.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a cover of 'I Think It’s Gonna Rain Today', featuring a slow build-up that transitions into more upbeat tracks.
- Several tracks, such as 'Jazz Cats, Part 1' and 'Fables of Faubus', showcase extended improvisation sections, allowing for playful exploration of themes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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 exploration with emotional peaks
- vibrant arrangements for attentive listening
- intimate moments for reflective solitude
- playful energy for social gatherings
- captivating vocals for deep engagement
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy, complex compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'In the Mind of Jamie Cullum' was released in 2007, Cullum was already an established figure in the crossover jazz scene, following his breakthrough album 'Twentysomething' from 2004. This album showcased his evolution as an artist, combining traditional jazz influences with contemporary flair and cementing his reputation as a versatile performer.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Norah Jones· Harry Connick Jr.· Diana Krall
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Think It’s Gonna Rain Today 3:26
- 2 Perdido de amor 3:20
- 3 Stolen Moments 5:41
- 4 I’d Probably Do It Again 6:44
- 5 Acid Eiffel 8:11
- 6 Jazz Cats, Part 1 2:16
- 7 Fables of Faubus 8:10
- 8 After You’ve Gone 1:53
- 9 Get Thy Bearings 2:47
- 10 Station Approach 4:12
- 11 All Things to All Men 6:53
- 12 Nobu 5:02
- 13 Brown Paper Bag 5:17
- 14 Me Me Too 3:39
- 15 Flim 3:57
- 16 Sleep 5:55
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