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Live at Sweet Basil

McCoy Tyner

92 min · 11 tracks · post-bop · ethno jazz · progressive jazz

An exhilarating blend of intricate improvisation and rich harmonic textures defines this live jazz performance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration of live improvisation
  • wave-like pacing with varied intensity
  • engaging late-night listening experience
  • rich harmonic textures to savor

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, instant gratification
  • seek predictable, steady rhythms

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1989, 'Live at Sweet Basil' came during McCoy Tyner's prolific period as a solo artist following his tenure with the John Coltrane Quartet. By this time, Tyner had already established himself as a key figure in jazz, known for his innovative piano style that fused post-bop with world music influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Chick Corea· Herbie Hancock· Keith Jarrett

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Crescent 10:29
  • 2 Monk's Dream 9:35
  • 3 Darn That Dream 8:18
  • 4 Sweet Basil Swing 6:30
  • 5 'Round Midnight 9:51

Disc 2

  • 1 Yesterdays 9:55
  • 2 Rio 8:47
  • 3 Don't Blame Me 4:20
  • 4 Just in Time 10:45
  • 5 Naima 2:51
  • 6 Will You Still Be Mine 10:46

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