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Nothing Butt...

Willis Jackson · 1983

33 min · 6 tracks · jazz

A smooth blend of soulful melodies and intricate jazz improvisations that showcase the saxophonist's virtuosity.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Just the Way You Are — This track highlights Jackson's ability to infuse emotional depth into classic melodies, showcasing his signature smooth saxophone tone and expressive phrasing.
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    Hittin' and Missin' — The energetic tempo and playful interaction between instruments make this track a standout, reflecting Jackson's improvisational skills and deep musicality.
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    Autumn Leaves — Jackson's interpretation brings a fresh perspective to this standard, demonstrating his ability to weave intricate solos that evoke nostalgia and warmth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • smooth soulful melodies for relaxation
  • intricate improvisations for attentive listening
  • gentle grooves for evening unwind
  • brief but engaging musical transitions

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer high-energy, fast-paced music
  • want lengthy, sprawling compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1983, Nothing Butt... marked Willis Jackson's return to the recording scene after a hiatus, serving as his first album in nearly a decade. This album follows his earlier works in the late 1970s and showcases his evolution as an artist while reestablishing him within the jazz genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Stanley Turrentine· Sonny Stitt· Gene Ammons

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Just the Way You Are 7:06
  • 2 Nuages 4:49
  • 3 Nothing Butt 4:48
  • 4 Hittin' and Missin' 8:00
  • 5 Autumn Leaves 4:27
  • 6 Move 4:01

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