What makes Look Out - Phineas Is Back! by Phineas Newborn Jr. notable?

This album is significant for its revival of Newborn's career, receiving attention for blending familiar jazz standards with fresh interpretations. The record also garnered positive reviews from critics, contributing to Newborn's recognition as a key figure in jazz during the late 20th century. By 1978, Phineas Newborn Jr. was re-establishing his career after a period of relative obscurity following his earlier successes in the 1950s. 'Look Out - Phineas Is Back!' marked his return to the recording scene, highlighting his virtuosity and innovative approach to jazz while collaborating with an array of talented musicians.

How many songs are on Look Out - Phineas Is Back!?

Look Out - Phineas Is Back! has 9 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Look Out - Phineas Is Back!

Phineas Newborn Jr. · 1978

45 min · 9 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz standards and original compositions, showcasing intricate piano work and rich ensemble interplay.

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Top tracks — play these first

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You Are the Sunshine of My Life — Newborn's interpretation of this classic showcases his ability to infuse emotional depth into familiar melodies, making it a standout track on the album.
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Salt Peanuts — The playful energy of this track highlights Newborn's dynamic piano technique and improvisational flair, embodying the spirit of modern jazz.
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A Night in Tunisia — This rendition captures the essence of bebop jazz through complex rhythms and harmonies, demonstrating Newborn's mastery and creativity within the genre.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

60 /100

Treeline

Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album blends jazz standards with original pieces, featuring strong piano work and ensemble interaction.

What we noticed

The album opens with a fast-paced rendition of 'Salt Peanuts', setting a lively tone that persists through several tracks.
The sequencing includes both well-known standards and original compositions, allowing for a contrast between familiar melodies and new ideas.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.

Tracklist

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

1 Salt Peanuts 5:40
2 The Man I Love 5:14
3 You Are the Sunshine of My Life 6:19
4 Abbers Song 4:19
5 Tamarind Blues 5:26
6 A Night in Tunisia 4:49
7 Sometimes I'm Happy 5:42
8 Donald's Dream 4:59
9 Just in Time 2:57

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