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Louis Hayes

Louis Hayes · 1960

36 min · 6 tracks · jazz

Dynamic rhythms and soulful improvisation create a vibrant jazz experience that showcases the artistry of a seasoned ensemble.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Hazing — This track opens the album with an infectious groove and clever rhythmic interplay, immediately establishing Hayes' dynamic approach to drumming.
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    Teef — A standout piece that features intricate solos from each musician, this track encapsulates the collaborative spirit and technical prowess present throughout the album.
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    Sassy Ann — With its playful melody and engaging tempo shifts, this track highlights Hayes' ability to blend traditional jazz elements with innovative flair.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental
59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album effectively blends energetic compositions with skilled improvisation, marking a solid debut for Hayes as a bandleader.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of syncopated rhythms across all tracks, creating a lively and engaging atmosphere.
  • Each track showcases extended improvisational sections, allowing individual musicians to explore their creativity within the ensemble.
  • The first three tracks maintain a brisk tempo, while the last three introduce more varied pacing, providing dynamic contrast.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hazing 3:33
  • 2 Rip De Boom 5:20
  • 3 Teef 9:50
  • 4 I Need You 7:40
  • 5 Backyard 5:50
  • 6 Sassy Ann 4:28

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