What makes Minor Swing by John Patton notable?

The album received positive critical reception, showcasing Patton's mastery of the Hammond organ and solidifying his legacy within the jazz genre. Notably, 'Minor Swing' has influenced contemporary soul jazz artists and remains a reference point for its compelling combination of rhythm and improvisation. Released in 1995, 'Minor Swing' marked John Patton's return to recording after a decade-long hiatus. This album followed his influential work in the 1960s, during which he established himself as a prominent organist in the jazz scene. With this release, Patton sought to reconnect with his roots while simultaneously exploring fresh musical ideas.

How many songs are on Minor Swing?

Minor Swing has 7 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.

Minor Swing

John Patton · 1995

53 min · 7 tracks · jazz

A vibrant blend of soul jazz grooves and intricate improvisation, featuring rich organ tones and dynamic rhythms.

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Top tracks — play these first

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The Way I Feel — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its expansive arrangement and showcases Patton's virtuosic organ playing interwoven with expressive solos.
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Tyrone — With its infectious groove and engaging interplay between instruments, this track exemplifies the seamless blend of traditional jazz elements with modern sensibilities.
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Minor Swing — As the title track, it captures the essence of the album through intricate melodies and rhythmic complexity, highlighting Patton's innovative approach to jazz composition.

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 showcases strong organ-led compositions with engaging improvisation, solidifying its place in soul jazz.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of the Hammond organ as the lead instrument, with intricate solos that weave in and out of the groove.
Each track maintains a strong rhythmic foundation, often driven by syncopated bass lines and dynamic drumming.
Improvisation is a key element, with musicians frequently trading solos and responding to each other's phrases throughout the tracks.

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: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

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 The Way I Feel 12:05
2 Tyrone 6:31
3 Minor Swing 8:35
4 The Rock 6:26
5 Along Came John 5:13
6 Lite Hit 7:13
7 B Men Thel 7:22

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