What makes Place to Be by Hiromi Uehara notable?

'Place to Be' received critical acclaim, further solidifying Uehara's reputation within the jazz community. The album's unique fusion of styles contributed to its recognition, positioning Uehara as a key player in the contemporary jazz landscape and influencing a new generation of musicians. By the time 'Place to Be' was released in 2009, Hiromi Uehara had established herself as a prominent figure in jazz, following her breakthrough album 'Another Mind' in 2003. This album represents a maturation of her style, highlighting her technical prowess and unique compositional voice as she transitioned from emerging artist to respected innovator in the jazz scene.

Who is Place to Be for?

Place to Be works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long immersive listening sessions and gradual builds and payoffs.

How many songs are on Place to Be?

Place to Be has 12 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.

Place to Be

Hiromi Uehara · 2009

65 min · 12 tracks · jazz fusion · post-bop · bebop

A vibrant blend of avant-garde jazz and contemporary influences, showcasing intricate melodies and rhythmic complexity.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic emotional journeys
long immersive listening sessions
gradual builds and payoffs
atmospheric background focus

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'Place to Be' was released in 2009, Hiromi Uehara had established herself as a prominent figure in jazz, following her breakthrough album 'Another Mind' in 2003. This album represents a maturation of her style, highlighting her technical prowess and unique compositional voice as she transitioned from emerging artist to respected innovator in the jazz scene.
Stylistic neighbors: Tigran Hamasyan· Robert Glasper· Brad Mehldau