Like Someone in Love
Art Blakey · 1967
47 min · 6 tracks · jazz
A vibrant interplay of intricate rhythms and melodic improvisation that embodies the essence of 1960s jazz.
Top tracks — play these first
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Like Someone in Love Start here — The title track features lush harmonies and a captivating arrangement that highlights both lyrical melodies and rhythmic complexity, encapsulating the album's overall aesthetic.
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Johnny's Blue — This track presents a unique blend of soulful blues influences with Blakey’s characteristic driving rhythms, making it a standout example of his dynamic style.
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Noise in the Attic — An adventurous composition that showcases Blakey's leadership and the band's tight cohesion, it exemplifies their improvisational prowess and willingness to explore new territories.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases strong improvisational skills and rhythmic complexity typical of the era, though it doesn't fully stand out in the broader jazz landscape.
What we noticed
- The first four tracks maintain a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the last two tracks introduce more complex arrangements and variations in rhythm.
- Improvisation is prominent throughout, with musicians frequently trading solos and responding to one another's phrases.
- 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 flow with emotional depth
- intricate musicianship for attentive listeners
- for late-night relaxation
- subtle peaks for deep reflection
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Showcases Blakey's innovative blend of traditional jazz and new arrangements.
- Themes
- New York jazz scene· romantic yearning· dynamic contrasts
- Career context
- By the time 'Like Someone in Love' was released in August 1967, Art Blakey was a seasoned bandleader, having already established himself with his group, the Jazz Messengers. This album came just after the critical success of his earlier works, marking a period where he continued to influence and mentor emerging jazz talent while refining his own sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Max Roach· Elvin Jones· Tony Williams
Tracklist
- 1 Like Someone in Love Start here 8:05
- 2 Johnny's Blue 9:12
- 3 Noise in the Attic 7:56
- 4 Sleeping Dancer Sleep On 8:08
- 5 Sleeping Dancer Sleep On (alternate take) 8:08
- 6 Giantis 5:33
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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