What makes Into Somethin' by Larry Young notable?

The album is notable for its innovative use of the jazz organ, and it has influenced many subsequent artists in the genre. While it did not achieve significant commercial success upon release, it has been re-evaluated over time, receiving praise from critics for its creativity and depth, leading to its inclusion in various retrospective lists of essential jazz recordings. Into Somethin' is Larry Young's second studio album, released shortly after his debut, 'Larry Young's Fuel,' in 1964. At this point in his career, Young was establishing his unique voice within the jazz scene, moving towards a more avant-garde sound that would later influence the development of jazz fusion.

How many songs are on Into Somethin'?

Into Somethin' has 6 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

Into Somethin'

Larry Young · 1965

48 min · 6 tracks · jazz

A vibrant intersection of modal jazz and deep grooves, pulsating with an electric organ's rich harmonies.

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Tyrone — This opening track showcases Young's ability to blend intricate melodies with rhythmic complexity, setting the tone for the entire album.
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Plaza de Toros — The track features an engaging dialogue between instruments, highlighting Young's innovative approach to composition and arrangement.
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Ritha — Ritha stands out with its hypnotic groove and emotive improvisation, reflecting the album’s exploration of modal jazz's possibilities.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

60 /100

Treeline

Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong improvisational skills and unique arrangements, making it a notable entry in modal jazz.

What we noticed

The album opens with a strong electric organ riff in 'Tyrone', establishing a rhythmic groove that persists throughout.
Each track features extended improvisation, with the musicians often trading solos over a consistent modal framework.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Tyrone 9:39
2 Plaza de Toros 9:38
3 Paris Eyes 6:41
4 Backup 8:40
5 Ritha 6:47
6 Ritha (quartet version) 6:51

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