What makes It's All Right! by Wynton Kelly notable?

It's All Right! received critical acclaim upon release, helping to elevate Kelly's status in the jazz community. The album features the popular track 'It's All Right,' which contributed to its chart success and remains a staple in jazz repertoire. Released in January 1964, It's All Right! marked Wynton Kelly's first album as a leader after establishing himself as a sought-after sideman for artists like Miles Davis. This record solidified his reputation in the jazz scene, showcasing his unique style that combined technical proficiency with emotional depth.

How many songs are on It's All Right!?

It's All Right! has 9 tracks, running approximately 33 minutes.

It's All Right!

Wynton Kelly · 1964

33 min · 9 tracks · jazz

A vibrant blend of hard bop and melodic jazz, rich with intricate piano lines and soulful improvisation.

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Top tracks — play these first

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It's All Right — This title track encapsulates the album's joyous spirit with its infectious rhythm and catchy melody, highlighting Kelly's skillful piano work.
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South Seas — The track stands out for its lush harmonic textures and rhythmic complexity, allowing for dynamic interplay between musicians.
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Portrait of Jennie — This rendition showcases Kelly's ability to convey deep emotion through his playing, transforming the composition into a heartfelt experience.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album features strong compositions and skilled performances, making it a solid entry in Kelly's discography.

What we noticed

Each track showcases intricate piano improvisation, often accompanied by a tight rhythm section that complements the melodic lines.
The sequencing includes several tracks that explore different tempos and moods, with the final track providing a reflective conclusion.

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: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

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 It's All Right 2:45
2 South Seas 3:57
3 Not a Tear 6:00
4 Portrait of Jennie 4:38
5 Kelly Roll 3:50
6 The Fall of Love (From "The Fall of the Roman Empire") 2:05
7 Moving Up 3:50
8 On the Trail (From "The Grand Canyon Suite") 4:00
9 Escapade 2:50

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