Jazz Is a Kick
Bob Brookmeyer · 1960
36 min · 8 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of intricate arrangements and improvisational flair, showcasing the essence of early 60s jazz innovation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Air Conditioned — The opening track sets an upbeat tone with its catchy melody and playfulness, showcasing Brookmeyer's skillful trombone work and arranging prowess.
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Cooperation — Clocking in at over seven minutes, this track exemplifies Brookmeyer's ability to blend complex harmonies with spontaneous improvisation, creating a captivating listening experience.
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Exactly Like You — This rendition of the classic standard highlights Brookmeyer’s delicate touch and emotional depth, supported by lush instrumentation that breathes new life into the familiar tune.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful melodies for cheerful moments
- short tracks for quick listening
- upbeat energy for social gatherings
- engaging arrangements with lively interplay
Maybe skip if you
- slow-paced reflective listening
- long, sprawling musical explorations
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1960, 'Jazz Is a Kick' was Bob Brookmeyer's first album as a leader after years of collaboration with prominent jazz figures like Gerry Mulligan. At this point in his career, Brookmeyer was establishing his unique sound and compositional style while transitioning from a sideman to a recognized bandleader.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gerry Mulligan· Thad Jones· Bob Mintzer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Air Conditioned 4:53
- 2 Exactly Like You 4:33
- 3 This Can't Be Love 3:21
- 4 Green Stamps 4:33
- 5 The Things I Love 4:39
- 6 Only When You're Near 3:30
- 7 You're My Everything 3:17
- 8 Cooperation 7:30
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