Kilimanjaro cover

Kilimanjaro

The Rippingtons · 1988

44 min · 9 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of smooth jazz and world music rhythms that transports listeners to exotic locales.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • exotic soundscapes for daydreaming
  • invigorating energy for gatherings
  • playful rhythms for lighthearted moments
  • transportive melodies during travel

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking heavy lyrical content
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1988, 'Kilimanjaro' was The Rippingtons' third studio album, following the successful 'Moonlighting' which established their signature sound. At this point, the band had begun to gain recognition within the smooth jazz genre, solidifying their role as innovators blending jazz with global influences.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Morocco 4:55
  • 2 Northern Lights 4:40
  • 3 Dream of the Sirens 5:43
  • 4 Katrina’s Dance 6:04
  • 5 Kilimanjaro 4:52
  • 6 Backstabbers 4:12
  • 7 Love Notes 4:17
  • 8 Los Cabos! 4:20
  • 9 Oceansong 5:34

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