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Plug Me In

Eddie Harris · 1968

26 min · 6 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz and world music, seamlessly blending intricate rhythms and soulful melodies into a captivating listening experience.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Live Right Now — This track opens the album with an energetic blend of improvisation and structured melodies, setting the tone for Harris's innovative approach throughout.
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    It's Crazy — With its catchy hooks and rhythmic complexity, this song exemplifies Harris's ability to merge pop sensibilities with jazz improvisation.
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    Theme In Search Of A T.V. Commercial — This track showcases Harris's playful experimentation with sound, using unconventional techniques that highlight his forward-thinking vision in jazz music.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • energetic improvisation for celebration
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • playful melodies that uplift mood
  • vibrant sounds for social gatherings

Maybe skip if you

  • slow-paced introspective listening
  • long-form cohesive pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1968, Eddie Harris had established himself as a notable figure in jazz, following the success of his breakthrough album 'Layers' in 1967. 'Plug Me In' marked a significant step in his career, showcasing his innovative approach to blending genres and expanding his musical palette beyond traditional jazz.
Stylistic neighbors
Sun Ra· Herbie Hancock· Pharoah Sanders

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Live Right Now 6:59
  • 2 It's Crazy 3:06
  • 3 Ballad (For My Love) 3:19
  • 4 Lovely Is Today 4:25
  • 5 Theme In Search Of A T.V. Commercial 4:08
  • 6 Winter Meeting 4:50

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