Kenny G Live
Kenny G · 1989
73 min · 11 tracks · easy listening · adult contemporary music · smooth jazz
Smooth, melodic saxophone lines intertwine with lush arrangements to create an intimate concert atmosphere.
Why this album works
'Kenny G Live' reached number 2 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart and received significant airplay, further establishing Kenny G's influence on the smooth jazz genre. The album is particularly notable for its live renditions of previous hits, which introduced his music to new audiences and contributed to the popularization of instrumental jazz during the late '80s.
- Best for
- intimate concert atmosphere gradual build to climax melodic saxophone interludes
- Context
- Released on November 21, 1989, 'Kenny G Live' captures the artist at a peak moment in his career following the commercial success of his album 'Duotones'. This live album showcases Kenny G’s ability to connect with audiences through his smooth jazz sound, solidifying his status as a leading figure in adult contemporary music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Carpenters· Norah Jones· Spyro Gyra
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Going Home 5:33
- 2 Sade 5:48
- 3 Silhouette Standout 9:12
- 4 Midnight Motion 8:23
- 5 Home 5:15
- 6 Don’t Make Me Wait for Love Standout 7:13
- 7 I’ve Been Missin’ You 4:18
- 8 Esther 5:38
- 9 Tribeca 6:45
- 10 Songbird Standout 10:38
- 11 Uncle Al 4:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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