Released 29 years ago this October
Last Kiss Goodbye
Brian Tarquin · 1997
60 min · 13 tracks
An instrumental journey blending smooth jazz with vibrant guitar melodies and rhythmic grooves, evoking a serene yet uplifting atmosphere.
Top tracks — play these first
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Freeway Jam — This track opens the album with an infectious energy, featuring intricate guitar solos that showcase Tarquin's virtuosity and set the tone for the entire record.
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California Summer — With its catchy melodies and upbeat rhythm, this track captures the essence of laid-back California vibes, making it a standout representation of the album's overall mood.
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Last Kiss Goodbye — The title track delivers an emotional depth through its poignant melody and expressive guitar work, effectively encapsulating the album's theme of nostalgia and farewell.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo flow throughout
- nostalgic evening listening experience
- smooth background for conversations
- evocative melodies for daydreaming
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer vocal-driven music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1997, Last Kiss Goodbye was Brian Tarquin's third studio album, following his earlier works that established him as a notable guitarist. At this point in his career, Tarquin was refining his style, merging contemporary jazz with rock influences while gaining recognition in the smooth jazz genre.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Freeway Jam 4:41
- 2 57th Street 5:12
- 3 One Arabian Knight 4:45
- 4 Crazy Horse 4:17
- 5 Trippin' 4:03
- 6 Midnight Blue 4:49
- 7 Third Stone From the Sun 4:33
- 8 California Summer 4:53
- 9 Uptown 5:17
- 10 Summer Nights 4:17
- 11 Geronimo 4:25
- 12 Katchina 4:40
- 13 Last Kiss Goodbye 4:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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