Point of View
Spyro Gyra · 1989
53 min · 11 tracks · jazz fusion · crossover jazz · smooth jazz
Smooth jazz grooves intertwine with vibrant melodies, creating an engaging and uplifting listening experience.
Why this album works
'Point of View' achieved significant commercial success, peaking at No. 6 on the Billboard Contemporary Jazz Albums chart. The album further solidified Spyro Gyra's reputation as pioneers in the crossover jazz scene during the late 1980s, showcasing their ability to blend various genres seamlessly.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels smooth background ambiance uplifting and engaging melodies
- Context
- Released in 1989, 'Point of View' marked Spyro Gyra's ninth studio album, following their breakthrough hit 'Morning Dance' from 1979. By this time, the band had firmly established themselves within the smooth jazz genre, expanding their sound while maintaining a loyal fanbase. The album showcases their continued evolution and adaptability in a changing musical landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Christina Aguilera· Prince· Diana Ross· Bob Dylan· Charles Mingus· Barbra Streisand· Madonna· John Coltrane
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Slow Burn Standout 4:07
- 2 Swing Street Standout 5:15
- 3 Fairweather 4:48
- 4 The Unknown Soldier Standout 5:21
- 5 Hannibal's Boogie 5:55
- 6 No Limits 4:41
- 7 Carolina 4:34
- 8 Riverwalk 4:29
- 9 Swamp Thing 6:26
- 10 Counterpoint 3:56
- 11 Gotcha 4:07
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