What makes New from the Big City by Les McCann notable?

This album is significant for its role in broadening the appeal of jazz to a wider audience during the early 1970s. McCann's work on this record contributed to the popularization of soul jazz, influencing countless artists and helping to bridge the gap between genres. By 1970, Les McCann had emerged as a prominent figure in the jazz scene, following the success of his landmark album 'Swiss Movement' in 1969. 'New from the Big City' marks a continuation of his exploration into soul jazz, showcasing his distinctive blend of R&B influences and improvisational flair.

Who is New from the Big City for?

New from the Big City works well if you're into steady grooves for relaxed evenings, soulful vibes for social gatherings and headphone detail in lush instrumentation.

How many songs are on New from the Big City?

New from the Big City has 9 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

New from the Big City

Les McCann · 1970

37 min · 9 tracks · jazz · R&B · soul jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz, rhythm and blues, enveloped in soulful grooves and lush instrumentation.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady grooves for relaxed evenings
soulful vibes for social gatherings
headphone detail in lush instrumentation
short tracks for easy enjoyment
inviting rhythms for casual listening

Maybe skip if you want

seeking intense musical complexity
prefer immediate energetic gratification

Where this album fits

Career context: By 1970, Les McCann had emerged as a prominent figure in the jazz scene, following the success of his landmark album 'Swiss Movement' in 1969. 'New from the Big City' marks a continuation of his exploration into soul jazz, showcasing his distinctive blend of R&B influences and improvisational flair.
Stylistic neighbors: Ramsey Lewis· Horace Silver· Joe Sample