Promises Kept
Steve Kuhn · 2004
58 min · 10 tracks · jazz
A serene blend of introspective melodies and intricate harmonies that evoke a dreamlike state throughout its flowing compositions.
Top tracks — play these first
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Promises Kept — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of reflection and commitment, featuring delicate melodies that linger long after the last note fades.
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Trance — With its extended improvisation, this track showcases Kuhn's virtuosic piano work and offers a hypnotic journey through shifting rhythms and textures.
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Life's Backward Glance — This piece effectively balances melancholy and hope, illustrating Kuhn's mastery of mood through subtle harmonic shifts and emotive phrasing.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady reflective listening experience
- intricate harmonies for deep focus
- serene melodies for quiet moments
- immersive journey through nostalgia
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2004, Steve Kuhn had established himself as a prominent figure in jazz, having released over a dozen albums since the 1960s. 'Promises Kept' marked his return to a more personal and reflective style after exploring various collaborations and genres, showcasing his growth as both a pianist and composer.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Keith Jarrett· Bill Evans· Chick Corea
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lullaby 4:45
- 2 Life's Backward Glance 5:03
- 3 Trance 8:12
- 4 Morning Dew 5:34
- 5 Promises Kept 5:19
- 6 Adagio 7:31
- 7 Celtic Princess 5:10
- 8 Nostalgia 5:27
- 9 Oceans in the Sky 5:40
- 10 Pastorale 5:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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