Move Your Hand
49 min · 5 tracks · funk
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong grooves and distinctive organ work, making it engaging yet accessible within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent groove with extended instrumental sections, allowing for improvisation and interaction among the musicians.
- Each track maintains a steady tempo, with rhythmic variations that keep the listener engaged without abrupt shifts.
- The use of organ as the lead instrument creates a distinctive sound that is prominent throughout all five tracks.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- long grooves for relaxed listening
- easygoing vibes for social gatherings
- patient explorations of rhythmic flow
- uplifting melodies for sunny days
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quick, punchy tracks
- want intense, high-energy experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album marked Lonnie Smith's emergence in the jazz scene, gaining wider recognition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jimmy Smith· Charles Earland· Joey DeFrancesco
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Charlie Brown 8:26
- 2 Layin’ in the Cut 10:11
- 3 Move Your Hand 9:01
- 4 Sunshine Superman 10:16
- 5 Dancin’ in an Easy Groove 11:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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