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Peg Leg

Ron Carter · 1978

38 min · 6 tracks · post-bop

A fluid blend of intricate melodies and rhythmic grooves, showcasing Carter's mastery on the double bass.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic exploration
  • fluid rhythmic engagement
  • thoughtful listening experience
  • intricate bass-driven grooves

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced tracks
  • prefer standalone hits

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1978, Ron Carter was already an established figure in jazz, having gained fame as a member of the Miles Davis Quintet. 'Peg Leg' marked his first album for the Milestone label, reflecting his ongoing artistic evolution and solidifying his reputation as a bandleader.
Stylistic neighbors
Charles Mingus· Jimmy Garrison· Dave Holland

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Peg Leg 8:05
  • 2 Sheila's Song (Hasta luego, mi amiga) 6:15
  • 3 Chapter XI 5:44
  • 4 Epistrophy 6:06
  • 5 My Ship 5:14
  • 6 Patchouli 7:02

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