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Journey to Love

Stanley Clarke · 1975

39 min · 6 tracks · contemporary R&B · funk · jazz fusion

A vibrant fusion of jazz, funk, and rock that showcases Clarke's virtuosic bass playing and innovative arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with vibrant energy
  • gradual build to satisfying resolution
  • engaging arrangements for attentive listening
  • playful rhythms for upbeat moods

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • dislike complex musical structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1975, 'Journey to Love' marked Stanley Clarke's third studio album and came shortly after his breakthrough with the band Chick Corea's Return to Forever. At this point in his career, Clarke was establishing himself as a solo artist while continuing to influence the jazz fusion movement, combining complex rhythms with melodic sophistication.
Stylistic neighbors
Victor Wooten· Marcus Miller· George Duke

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Silly Putty 4:40
  • 2 Journey to Love 4:54
  • 3 Hello Jeff 5:16
  • 4 Song to John, Part 1 4:20
  • 5 Song to John, Part 2 6:05
  • 6 Concerto for Jazz/Rock Orchestra 14:09

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