Magic Windows
Herbie Hancock · 1981
42 min · 6 tracks · classical · funk · jazz fusion
A vibrant blend of jazz-funk grooves, electronic textures, and soulful melodies that beckons listeners into a hypnotic soundscape.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- hypnotic soundscape exploration
- contemplative evening reflections
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Showcases Hancock's shift towards electronic sounds, differing from earlier jazz styles.
- Themes
- electronic jazz fusion· societal commentary· hypnotic soundscapes
- Career context
- Released in 1981, 'Magic Windows' marked Herbie Hancock's exploration of electronic sounds following his successful album 'Head Hunters' in 1973. By this time, Hancock had already established himself as a leading innovator in jazz, transitioning towards more commercial and accessible sounds while still pushing boundaries in musical experimentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chick Corea· Weather Report· Miles Davis
- If this clicks, go next to
- Quartet — Continues the electronic and experimental vibe with a fresh approach.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Return to Forever by Chick Corea — Shares a similar fusion of jazz and electronics with rich soundscapes and intricate grooves.Heavy Weather by Weather Report — Explores complex rhythms and electronic textures, creating a vibrant jazz-funk atmosphere.Reach for It by George Duke — Combines funk and jazz with electronic elements, embodying a playful yet sophisticated sound.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Magic Number".
- 1 Magic Number Start here 7:24
- 2 Tonight's the Night 6:31
- 3 Everybody's Broke 7:10
- 4 Help Yourself 6:43
- 5 Satisfied With Love 6:31
- 6 The Twilight Clone 8:02
What to play next
This album is considered a Experimental in Herbie Hancock's catalog. Showcases Hancock's shift towards electronic sounds, differing from earlier jazz styles.
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