What makes Out of the Afternoon by Roy Haynes notable?

The album is notable for its innovative arrangements and performances, contributing to the hard bop genre's evolution during the early 1960s. It received positive critical reception upon release, helping to solidify Haynes' reputation and influence within the jazz community, particularly among younger musicians inspired by his eclectic approach. Released in 1962, 'Out of the Afternoon' was Roy Haynes' first album as a leader after years of supporting roles with legends like Charlie Parker and Thelonious Monk. This album marked a significant step in his career, establishing him as a prominent figure in the jazz scene and allowing him to showcase his distinctive drumming style and compositional skills.

How many songs are on Out of the Afternoon?

Out of the Afternoon has 7 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Out of the Afternoon

Roy Haynes · 1962

37 min · 7 tracks · jazz

A vibrant interplay of intricate rhythms and melodic improvisation, showcasing the mastery of jazz's hard bop era.

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Moon Ray — This opening track features a captivating rhythm that highlights Haynes' dynamic drumming while setting an atmospheric tone for the album.
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Fly Me to the Moon (In Other Words) — Haynes' interpretation of this classic showcases his ability to blend traditional jazz elements with modern improvisation, adding fresh depth to a well-known standard.
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Snap Crackle — This track exemplifies Haynes' innovative use of syncopation and texture, creating an energetic dialogue between the instruments that captures the essence of hard bop.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The album displays strong improvisational skills and rhythmic complexity typical of hard bop, making it a notable entry in jazz.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of syncopated rhythms across all tracks, creating a lively and engaging atmosphere.
Each track showcases extended improvisation sections, allowing the musicians to explore melodic variations and intricate harmonies.
The arrangement often alternates between collective ensemble playing and individual solos, emphasizing the interplay among the musicians.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

If I Should Lose You

The bridge shifts from a hopeful melody to a more somber tone, reflecting on loss without naming it directly.

This tonal shift deepens emotional engagement, using harmonic choices to convey vulnerability at a pivotal moment.

Tracklist

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

1 Moon Ray 6:41
2 Fly Me to the Moon (In Other Words) 6:40
3 Raoul 6:01
4 Snap Crackle 4:11
5 If I Should Lose You 5:49
6 Long Wharf 4:42
7 Some Other Spring 3:29

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