Life
David "Fathead" Newman · 2007
59 min · 9 tracks · jazz
A soulful blend of jazz standards and original compositions infused with rich, emotive saxophone melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove
- rich emotive saxophone melodies
- for late-night relaxation
- soulful interpretations of classics
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer short, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Life' was released in 2007, David 'Fathead' Newman was a respected veteran of the jazz scene, having collaborated with legends like Ray Charles and Thelonious Monk. This album marked his return to the studio after a decade, showcasing his continued evolution as a musician while embracing both classic and contemporary jazz elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cannonball Adderley· Stan Getz· John Coltrane
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Girl Talk 6:11
- 2 Life 6:59
- 3 Alfie 5:59
- 4 I Can't Get Started 6:14
- 5 Old Folks 6:46
- 6 Autumn in New York 6:29
- 7 Come Sunday 6:18
- 8 What a Wonderful World 7:29
- 9 Naima 6:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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