Piety Street
John Scofield · 2009
62 min · 13 tracks · jazz fusion
A soulful blend of jazz and gospel, rich with emotional depth and improvisational flair.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- soulful reflections for quiet moments
- rich improvisation for attentive listening
- uplifting energy for communal vibes
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone hits
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2009, 'Piety Street' marked John Scofield's exploration of gospel music, following his successful album 'This Meets That' from 2007. At this point in his career, Scofield was transitioning into a more spiritual and roots-oriented sound, showcasing his versatility as a guitarist and bandleader.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pat Metheny· Mike Stern· Bill Frisell
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 That's Enough 3:46
- 2 Motherless Child 5:24
- 3 It's a Big Army 5:32
- 4 His Eye Is on the Sparrow 4:15
- 5 Something's Got a Hold on Me 4:47
- 6 The Old Ship of Zion 4:26
- 7 99 and a Half 4:08
- 8 Just a Little While to Stay Here 5:59
- 9 Never Turn Back 4:41
- 10 Walk With Me 5:11
- 11 But I Like the Message 3:29
- 12 The Angel of Death 6:43
- 13 I'll Fly Away 3:45
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