What makes Nightwings by Stanley Turrentine notable?

'Nightwings' is significant for its commercial success, reaching the top of the jazz charts and showcasing Turrentine's shift towards a more contemporary sound that attracted a wider audience. The album features standout compositions that have influenced subsequent jazz musicians and highlighted Turrentine's ability to merge different genres seamlessly. Released in 1977, 'Nightwings' was Stanley Turrentine's first album for the CTI label after a notable run with Blue Note Records. At this point in his career, Turrentine was already an established figure in jazz, known for his signature soulful sound and improvisational prowess. This album continued to build on his reputation as a leading tenor saxophonist.

Who is Nightwings for?

Nightwings works well if you're into steady groove for relaxed evenings, rich melodies for intimate settings and smooth flow for background ambiance.

How many songs are on Nightwings?

Nightwings has 7 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

Nightwings

Stanley Turrentine · 1977

36 min · 7 tracks · jazz

A smooth blend of soul jazz and funk, featuring rich saxophone melodies over lush instrumental backdrops.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady groove for relaxed evenings
rich melodies for intimate settings
smooth flow for background ambiance
saxophone warmth for cozy nights

Maybe skip if you want

seeking fast-paced excitement
prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1977, 'Nightwings' was Stanley Turrentine's first album for the CTI label after a notable run with Blue Note Records. At this point in his career, Turrentine was already an established figure in jazz, known for his signature soulful sound and improvisational prowess. This album continued to build on his reputation as a leading tenor saxophonist.
Stylistic neighbors: Horace Silver· Joe Henderson· Cannonball Adderley

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Papa “T” 7:22
2 If You Don’t Believe 5:48
3 Joao 3:40
4 Birdland 5:54
5 There’s Music In The Air 4:14
6 Nightwings 3:49
7 Don’t Give Up On Us 5:19

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