McCoy Tyner with Stanley Clarke and Al Foster
McCoy Tyner · 2000
65 min · 11 tracks · post-bop · ethno jazz · progressive jazz
A vibrant fusion of post-bop improvisation and rich, harmonic textures flowing through rhythmic intricacies.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its successful blend of different jazz styles, receiving positive critical reception that underscores Tyner’s enduring influence in jazz. It showcases Tyner's innovative approach while reaffirming his status as a key figure in the genre, contributing to the legacy of modern jazz. The album also highlights collaborative synergy, which resonates deeply within the contemporary jazz scene.
- Career context
- By 2000, McCoy Tyner was an established jazz titan, renowned for his work with the John Coltrane Quartet in the early '60s. This album came at a time when he was exploring collaborative projects, showcasing his unique piano style alongside contemporary jazz luminaries Stanley Clarke and Al Foster. This collaboration reflects Tyner's commitment to pushing musical boundaries well into his career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bob Dylan· Miles Davis· Thelonious Monk· Diana Ross· Aretha Franklin· Dave Brubeck· Ella Fitzgerald· Barbra Streisand
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Trane-Like Standout 9:12
- 2 Once Upon a Time Standout 5:31
- 3 Never Let Me Go 4:19
- 4 I Want to Tell You 'Bout That Standout 5:19
- 5 Will You Still Be Mine 6:46
- 6 Goin' Way Blues 6:31
- 7 In the Tradition Of... 7:38
- 8 The Night Has a Thousand Eyes 4:53
- 9 Carriba 5:41
- 10 Memories 3:43
- 11 I Want to Tell You 'Bout That (alternate take) 5:57
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