Now!
Sonny Stitt · 1963
37 min · 8 tracks · jazz
A lively blend of bebop and blues, showcasing Stitt's virtuosic saxophone skills in a spirited jazz setting.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo grooves lively background for gatherings melodic improvisation enjoyment
- Context
- By 1963, Sonny Stitt was an established figure in the jazz scene, following his previous albums like 'Sonny Stitt Plays Arrangements by Quincy Jones'. 'Now!' represented a continued evolution of his sound, as he explored more varied compositions and arrangements. This album came during a prolific period for Stitt, adding depth to his discography.
- If you like
- jazz
Now! is an album by Sonny Stitt, released in 1963. A lively blend of bebop and blues, showcasing Stitt's virtuosic saxophone skills in a spirited jazz setting. Upon its release, 'Now!' received positive critical reception, highlighting Stitt's improvisational prowess and his ability to navigate complex harmonies. The album contributed to the ongoing popularity of jazz in the early 1960s, showcasing Stitt's influence on other musicians within the bebop movement and beyond. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Now! sound like?
A lively blend of bebop and blues, showcasing Stitt's virtuosic saxophone skills in a spirited jazz setting. Rooted in jazz.
What makes Now! by Sonny Stitt notable?
Upon its release, 'Now!' received positive critical reception, highlighting Stitt's improvisational prowess and his ability to navigate complex harmonies. The album contributed to the ongoing popularity of jazz in the early 1960s, showcasing Stitt's influence on other musicians within the bebop movement and beyond. By 1963, Sonny Stitt was an established figure in the jazz scene, following his previous albums like 'Sonny Stitt Plays Arrangements by Quincy Jones'. 'Now!' represented a continued evolution of his sound, as he explored more varied compositions and arrangements. This album came during a prolific period for Stitt, adding depth to his discography.
Who is Now! for?
Now! works well if you're into steady mid-tempo grooves, lively background for gatherings and melodic improvisation enjoyment.
How many songs are on Now!?
Now! has 8 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Surfin' 4:13
- 2 Lester Leaps In Standout 6:24
- 3 Estralita 3:17
- 4 Please Don't Talk About Me When I'm Gone Standout 4:34
- 5 Touchy 5:13
- 6 Never ----Sh! 5:08
- 7 My Mother's Eyes 4:09
- 8 I'm Getting Sentimental Over You Standout 4:15
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