Jazz Has a Sense of Humor
Horace Silver · 1998
47 min · 9 tracks · jazz
A playful mix of hard bop rhythms and whimsical melodies that showcases Silver's signature humor and groove.
Top tracks — play these first
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Satisfaction Guaranteed Start here — This opening track sets the tone with its infectious groove and playful spirit, encapsulating Silver's ability to intertwine humor with complex rhythms.
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The Mama Suite, Part I: Not Enough Mama — This piece introduces a multi-part exploration of maternal themes, showcasing Silver's storytelling through musicality and clever arrangement.
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I Love Annie's Fanny — With its catchy melody and light-hearted lyrics, this track exemplifies Silver's knack for blending humor into jazz without sacrificing sophistication.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful rhythms and melodies
- humorous themes throughout tracks
- engaging for casual listening
- varied pacing across tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek intense emotional experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Strong late-career release showcasing continued vitality and creativity.
- Career context
- By the time of its release in 1998, Horace Silver was an established figure in jazz, known for his influential contributions since the 1950s. 'Jazz Has a Sense of Humor' came as part of his late-career output, following the critically acclaimed 'The Hardbop Grandpop' in 1996, allowing him to revisit his distinctive style with a fresh perspective.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Art Blakey· Thelonious Monk· McCoy Tyner
Tracklist
- 1 Satisfaction Guaranteed Start here 5:47
- 2 The Mama Suite, Part I: Not Enough Mama 5:36
- 3 The Mama Suite, Part II: Too Much Mama 4:52
- 4 The Mama Suite, Part III: Just Right Mama 4:07
- 5 Philley Millie 4:45
- 6 Ah-Ma-Tell 6:00
- 7 I Love Annie's Fanny 4:48
- 8 Gloria 7:34
- 9 Where Do I Go From Here? 4:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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