What makes Is It In by Eddie Harris notable?

'Is It In' is notable for its experimental sound that contributed to the jazz-funk movement of the 1970s, influencing both jazz musicians and funk artists. The album's title track received significant airplay on jazz radio stations, helping to cement Harris's reputation as a pioneer in merging genres. By the time 'Is It In' was released in 1974, Eddie Harris had already established himself as an innovative artist known for blending jazz with electric elements. This album followed his acclaimed work 'The Electrifying Eddie Harris' and showcased his continued evolution into funk-infused jazz during a period of creative exploration.

Is It In works well if you're into vibrant grooves for dancing, soulful melodies for relaxation and cosmic themes for exploration.

How many songs are on Is It In?

Is It In has 9 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Is It In

Eddie Harris · 1974

45 min · 9 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz and funk, exploring cosmic themes with intricate grooves and soulful melodies.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

vibrant grooves for dancing
soulful melodies for relaxation
cosmic themes for exploration
engaging rhythms for social gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

prefer instant gratification
seek standalone track variety

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'Is It In' was released in 1974, Eddie Harris had already established himself as an innovative artist known for blending jazz with electric elements. This album followed his acclaimed work 'The Electrifying Eddie Harris' and showcased his continued evolution into funk-infused jazz during a period of creative exploration.
Stylistic neighbors: Sun Ra· Herbie Hancock· Pharoah Sanders

Tracklist

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

1 Funkaroma 4:58
2 Happy Gemini 2:59
3 Is It In 3:34
4 It's War 6:20
5 Space Commercial 5:30
6 Look Ahere 3:49
7 These Lonely Nights 5:47
8 House Party Blues 8:03
9 Tranquility & Antagonistic 4:16

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