Keep the Customer Satisfied
Buddy Rich · 1970
71 min · 13 tracks · jazz
A dynamic blend of jazz rhythms and vibrant improvisation, showcasing Rich's unparalleled drumming prowess.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its ambitious medley, 'Midnight Cowboy', which highlights Rich's ability to interpret contemporary music through a jazz lens. The album received critical acclaim, contributing to Rich's legacy as one of the most influential drummers in jazz history and maintaining his commercial viability during a period when jazz was evolving rapidly.
- Best for
- dynamic peaks and valleys vibrant improvisation moments satisfying rhythmic explorations
- Context
- By 1970, Buddy Rich was already an established figure in the jazz world, having gained fame as a bandleader and drummer since the 1940s. 'Keep the Customer Satisfied' followed his earlier successes and marked a continued exploration of big band jazz after his popular album 'The Buddy Rich Big Band'. This release further solidified his reputation for high-energy performances and innovative arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Connie Francis· Herbie Mann· Bing Crosby· Dave Brubeck· Billie Holiday· Ramsey Lewis· Louis Armstrong· Nat King Cole
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Keep the Customer Satisfied Standout 6:40
- 2 Long Day's Journey 4:42
- 3 Midnight Cowboy Medley: Midnight Cowboy / He Quit Me / Everybody's Talkin' / Tears and Joys Standout 11:12
- 4 Celebration 3:35
- 5 Groovin' Hard Standout 5:25
- 6 The Juicer Is Wild 4:32
- 7 Winning the West 7:30
- 8 Body and Soul 4:54
- 9 Happy Time 3:57
- 10 The Nitty Gritty 4:07
- 11 Straight and Narrow 4:17
- 12 Groovin' Hard (alternate take) 5:54
- 13 Cornerstone 4:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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