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Marcus

Marcus Miller · 2008

70 min · 14 tracks · funk · jazz fusion · R&B

A vibrant fusion of funk, jazz, and R&B that showcases Miller's virtuosic bass mastery and rich melodic textures.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with interludes
  • vibrant grooves for socializing
  • wave-like pacing for exploration
  • rich melodic textures to savor

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on March 4, 2008, 'Marcus' is Marcus Miller's first studio album in over a decade, following his acclaimed project 'M2' in 1996. At this point in his career, Miller was transitioning from a celebrated session musician and producer to a prominent solo artist, aiming to solidify his voice within the contemporary jazz landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Victor Wooten· Stanley Clarke· Herbie Hancock

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Blast 5:43
  • 2 Funk Joint 5:12
  • 3 Free 5:00
  • 4 Higher Ground 5:10
  • 5 Milky Way 5:36
  • 6 Pluck (interlude) 3:19
  • 7 Lost Without U 4:41
  • 8 'Cause I Want You 3:12
  • 9 Ooh 4:00
  • 10 When I Fall in Love 5:23
  • 11 Strum 5:41
  • 12 Jean Pierre 6:15
  • 13 What Is Hip? 6:02
  • 14 Lost Without U (Spoken Word) 5:34

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