Letter from Home cover

Letter from Home

Pat Metheny Group · 1989

61 min · 12 tracks · jazz

A lush tapestry of jazz-infused melodies intertwined with intricate rhythms and ethereal soundscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • lush soundscapes for deep focus
  • gentle waves of reflective calm
  • evocative melodies for quiet evenings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification tracks
  • prefer upbeat party atmospheres

Where this album fits

Career context
In 1989, the Pat Metheny Group released 'Letter from Home' as their sixth studio album, solidifying their place in contemporary jazz. This album followed their celebrated 'Still Life (Talking)' from 1987, showcasing Metheny's continued evolution in blending jazz with world music influences. The release came at a time when Metheny was establishing himself as a significant voice in the genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Sun Ra· Charles Mingus· Miles Davis

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Have You Heard 6:25
  • 2 Every Summer Night 7:13
  • 3 Better Days Ahead 3:03
  • 4 Spring Ain't Here 6:55
  • 5 45/8 0:57
  • 6 5-5-7 7:54
  • 7 Beat 70 4:55
  • 8 Dream of the Return 5:26
  • 9 Are We There Yet? 7:55
  • 10 Vidala 3:03
  • 11 Slip Away 5:25
  • 12 Letter From Home 2:33

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