Modern Art
The Rippingtons · 2009
47 min · 11 tracks · jazz
Smooth jazz textures intertwine with vibrant melodies, creating a soundscape that evokes both relaxation and artistic inspiration.
Top tracks — play these first
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Modern Art — The title track encapsulates the album's theme by blending intricate guitar work with lush keyboard harmonies, setting the tone for the entire project.
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Paris Groove — This track stands out with its infectious rhythm and melodic hooks, evoking the essence of Parisian nightlife while highlighting the band's signature sound.
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I Still Believe — Featuring heartfelt melodies and emotive solos, this track showcases the band's ability to convey deep emotion through instrumental storytelling.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases solid composition and craft within a cohesive smooth jazz framework.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of smooth jazz instrumentation, with electric guitar and saxophone taking lead roles across multiple tracks.
- Each track maintains a relaxed tempo, with no song exceeding a moderate pace, creating a cohesive atmosphere throughout.
- Several tracks incorporate intricate melodic lines that weave in and out of the rhythm section, enhancing the textural depth.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- vibrant soundscapes for creativity
- for relaxed gatherings
- artistic journey through melodies
- smooth transitions between tracks
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy intensity
- prefer standalone singles only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Modern Art' was released in 2009, The Rippingtons had established themselves as prominent figures in contemporary jazz since their formation in the late 1980s. This album is significant as it showcases their continued evolution in sound and composition, following the release of 'Life in the Tropics' in 2007, which marked a shift toward more complex arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Spyro Gyra· Chick Corea Elektric Band· Dave Koz
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Modern Art 4:17
- 2 Paris Groove 3:39
- 3 Black Book 3:59
- 4 Pastels on Canvas 4:54
- 5 One Step Closer 4:41
- 6 I Still Believe 4:38
- 7 Body Art 4:40
- 8 Age of Reason 4:28
- 9 Sweet Lullaby 4:22
- 10 Jet Set 4:14
- 11 Love Story 4:03
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