No Sweat
Blood, Sweat & Tears · 1973
41 min · 12 tracks · jazz · jazz rock
A vibrant blend of jazz-rock and pop sensibilities with dynamic brass arrangements and introspective lyrics.
Why this album works
'No Sweat' marked a shift in Blood, Sweat & Tears’ sound as it embraced more rock influences while still maintaining jazz elements. The album received mixed reviews but showcased the band's ability to adapt amidst evolving musical landscapes, contributing to their lasting legacy in the jazz-rock genre.
- Best for
- steady pacing with vibrant peaks introspective moments for reflection engaging background for social gatherings
- Context
- Released in January 1973, 'No Sweat' was Blood, Sweat & Tears' fifth studio album, following their commercial peak with 'Blood, Sweat & Tears 3' in 1970. By this time, the band had undergone significant lineup changes, impacting their sound and direction, yet they continued to explore complex musical arrangements and lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Prince· Bob Dylan· Neil Young· Yoko Ono· Steely Dan· Iggy Pop· Bette Midler· Tom Waits
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Roller Coaster Standout 3:23
- 2 Save Our Ship Standout 3:43
- 3 Django (an excerpt) 2:08
- 4 Rosemary 3:13
- 5 Song for John 2:53
- 6 Almost Sorry Standout 6:26
- 7 Back Up Against the Wall 3:21
- 8 Hip Pickles 1:31
- 9 My Old Lady 3:15
- 10 Empty Pages 3:15
- 11 Mary Miles 2:26
- 12 Inner Crisis 5:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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