Pushing the Envelope
Gerald Albright · 2010
53 min · 10 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of smooth jazz and pop sensibilities, where intricate melodies weave through rhythmic grooves and soulful improvisations.
Top tracks — play these first
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Get on the Floor — This track encapsulates the album's infectious energy, blending danceable rhythms with Albright’s signature saxophone melodies, making it a standout party anthem.
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The Road to Peace (A Prayer for Haiti) — Offering a reflective tone, this track showcases Albright's emotional depth while addressing a significant humanitarian cause, demonstrating his capacity for poignant storytelling through music.
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Bobo's Groove — With its engaging syncopation and lively instrumentation, this piece highlights Albright's talent for crafting grooves that invite listeners to immerse themselves in the rhythm.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album blends smooth jazz and pop effectively, showcasing strong saxophone work and varied tempos.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of saxophone as the lead instrument, with intricate melodies layered over rhythmic grooves.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- upbeat grooves for dancing
- vibrant arrangements for celebrations
- energetic saxophone solos throughout
- catchy tunes for social gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- slow-paced reflective moments
- minimalist soundscapes or textures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2010, Gerald Albright was solidifying his reputation as a prominent contemporary jazz artist with 'Pushing the Envelope,' his ninth studio album. This release followed his successful projects that showcased his ability to fuse jazz with mainstream influences, further establishing his unique sound in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dave Koz· Kirk Whalum· Boney James
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 What Would James Do 5:36
- 2 Get on the Floor 4:58
- 3 Bobo's Groove 5:05
- 4 Capetown Strut 4:54
- 5 Close to You 4:59
- 6 I Found the Klugh 5:38
- 7 Embrace the Spirit 6:04
- 8 The Road to Peace (A Prayer for Haiti) 5:12
- 9 Highway 70 4:55
- 10 From the Soul 5:41
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