Modern Man
Stanley Clarke · 1978
38 min · 12 tracks · contemporary R&B
A vibrant fusion of jazz, funk, and R&B that showcases improvisational brilliance and rhythmic complexity.
Top tracks — play these first
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He Lives On (Story About the Last Journey of a Warrior) Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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More Hot Fun — This track exemplifies Clarke's ability to merge infectious grooves with intricate harmonies, making it a standout example of his fusion style.
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Modern Man — The title track encapsulates the album's themes, combining introspective lyrics with dynamic instrumentation that reflects urban life in the late '70s.
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Rock 'N' Roll Jelly — With its upbeat tempo and playful arrangement, this song highlights Clarke's versatility and serves as an energetic conclusion to the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- contemplative interlude moments
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Clarke's reputation in jazz fusion, following his success with Return to Forever.
- Themes
- urban life reflections· late '70s funk fusion· improvisational brilliance
- Career context
- Released in 1978, Modern Man was Stanley Clarke's fifth studio album and followed the success of his acclaimed work with Return to Forever. At this point in his career, Clarke was establishing himself as a prominent figure in the jazz fusion genre while also expanding into broader musical territories. This album captures his evolution as both a bassist and composer during a pivotal phase of artistic exploration.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Victor Wooten· Marcus Miller· George Duke
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Modern Man
The shift in perspective addresses societal expectations directly, contrasting personal desires with external pressures.
This structural choice deepens the thematic complexity by moving from introspection to a broader social commentary within the same track.
Tracklist
- 1 Opening (Statement) 4:09
- 2 He Lives On (Story About the Last Journey of a Warrior) Start here 4:30
- 3 More Hot Fun 4:33
- 4 Slow Dance 3:15
- 5 A Serious Occasion (interlude) 0:20
- 6 Got to Find My Own Place 3:19
- 7 Dayride 4:06
- 8 It's What She Didn't Say (interlude) 1:25
- 9 Modern Man 3:31
- 10 A Relaxed Occasion (interlude) 1:25
- 11 Rock 'N' Roll Jelly 5:08
- 12 Closing (Statement) 2:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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