Like a Kiss that Never Ends
David Murray · 2001
61 min · 7 tracks · jazz
A vibrant tapestry of jazz textures interwoven with global influences, blending complex rhythms and emotive melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Like a Kiss That Never Ends - Como un beso que nunca se acaba (For Valerie) — The title track serves as a centerpiece of the album, capturing a profound emotional resonance through its long form and expressive improvisation. Its intricate interplay between musicians highlights Murray's virtuosity and compositional skill.
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Blues for Felix — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its rich blues influences, showcasing Murray's deep connection to jazz traditions while offering a fresh perspective. The complex layers of sound invite listeners into a compelling sonic landscape.
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Mo’ Bass (For the Bulldog) — This track features a dynamic bassline that drives the composition forward, emphasizing rhythmic complexity and offering a playful contrast to more introspective pieces on the album. It exemplifies Murray's ability to blend humor with serious musicianship.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album blends intricate rhythms and diverse influences, showcasing strong craftsmanship but with some uneven cohesion.
What we noticed
- Each track showcases a different instrumental focus, with varying lead instruments such as saxophone, bass, and piano taking turns throughout.
- The closing track, 'Let’s Cool One', introduces a more relaxed tempo, providing a contrasting finish to the preceding energetic pieces.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- emotive improvisation for deep listening
- lush soundscapes for immersive experience
- long tracks for patient exploration
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quick, upbeat tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Showcases adventurous spirit and intricate compositions, praised for its artistic ambition.
- Career context
- When 'Like a Kiss that Never Ends' was released in 2001, David Murray was already an established figure in the jazz world, known for his innovative approaches. This album came after his 1999 release 'Soultrane', marking a continued exploration of modern jazz while incorporating elements of world music. It reflects his artistic evolution and commitment to pushing musical boundaries.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Henry Threadgill· Ornette Coleman· Charles Lloyd
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Blues for Felix 7:22
- 2 Like a Kiss That Never Ends - Como un beso que nunca se acaba (For Valerie) 12:48
- 3 Dedication 7:16
- 4 Suki Suki Now 9:44
- 5 Ruben’s Theme Song 6:31
- 6 Mo’ Bass (For the Bulldog) 7:42
- 7 Let’s Cool One 9:51
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