Look Out!
Stanley Turrentine · 1960
55 min · 9 tracks · jazz
A vibrant fusion of hard bop and blues inflected with Turrentine's soulful tenor saxophone melodies.
Why this album works
'Look Out!' was well-received by critics and helped solidify Turrentine's reputation in jazz, peaking at #4 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. Its blending of traditional jazz elements with blues influences paved the way for future artists in the genre and contributed to the hard bop style gaining popularity during this era.
- Best for
- steady melodic exploration throughout soulful saxophone for relaxation ideal for evening wind-downs
- Context
- Released in 1960, 'Look Out!' marked Stanley Turrentine's debut as a bandleader, following his work as a sideman with notable jazz figures like Max Roach and Horace Silver. This album established him as a prominent voice in the hard bop movement, showcasing his distinctive tone and improvisational skills on the tenor saxophone.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bing Crosby· Bob Dylan· Barbra Streisand· Ella Fitzgerald· Aretha Franklin· Dave Brubeck· Ray Charles· Andy Williams
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Look Out Standout 7:12
- 2 Journey Into Melody Standout 4:58
- 3 Return Engagement 4:49
- 4 Little Sheri 7:51
- 5 Tiny Capers Standout 5:02
- 6 Minor Chant 6:14
- 7 Little Sheri (45 Version) 5:42
- 8 Tin Tin Deo 6:18
- 9 Yesterdays 6:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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