Kenny Burrell Volume 2
Kenny Burrell · 1957
40 min · 8 tracks · blues
A vibrant mix of swinging jazz and blues-infused guitar melodies that showcase Burrell's refined style and emotive playing.
Top tracks — play these first
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Get Happy — The opening track sets an upbeat tone with its catchy melody and lively rhythm, exemplifying Burrell's ability to blend joyfulness with technical prowess.
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But Not for Me — This track features a soulful interpretation, where Burrell’s nuanced guitar work brings depth to the bittersweet lyrics, showcasing his emotive range.
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Moten Swing — With its infectious groove and complex chord changes, this piece highlights Burrell's improvisational skills and his capacity to engage listeners through intricate melodies.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Burrell's blend of jazz and blues showcases strong guitar work and engaging compositions, though it doesn't fully redefine its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with an upbeat tempo on 'Get Happy' and maintains a lively pace through the first four tracks before slowing down.
- Burrell's guitar work features intricate melodies that often intertwine with the rhythm section, creating a conversational dynamic.
- Several tracks incorporate blues elements, such as call-and-response patterns and expressive bends in the guitar lines.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic flow throughout
- unwinding background for relaxation
- inviting ensemble arrangements
- for afternoon leisure
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced listening
- seek intense emotional highs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in April 1957, Kenny Burrell Volume 2 is the follow-up to his debut album from 1956. By this time, Burrell was establishing himself as a prominent jazz guitarist, known for blending traditional jazz with elements of blues and soul, solidifying his place in the genre's evolving landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- George Benson· Wes Montgomery· Jim Hall
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Get Happy 4:03
- 2 But Not for Me 3:50
- 3 Mexico City 6:03
- 4 Moten Swing 6:08
- 5 Cheeta 4:43
- 6 Now See How You Are 5:54
- 7 Phinupi 4:42
- 8 How About You? 5:15
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