Quartet cover

Released 30 years ago

Quartet

Pat Metheny Group · 1996

66 min · 15 tracks · jazz

A fusion of intricate jazz compositions and ambient textures that challenges conventional boundaries.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • wave-like pacing for exploration
  • intricate compositions for detail hunters
  • thoughtful moments for reflection

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Career context
In 1996, Pat Metheny Group was at the height of their creativity, following the acclaimed 'Imaginary Day' from 1997. 'Quartet' marked a continued evolution in their sound, embracing more experimental elements while further establishing Metheny's signature guitar style and compositional depth.
Stylistic neighbors
Sun Ra· Charles Mingus· Miles Davis

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Introduction 0:57
  • 2 When We Were Free 5:39
  • 3 Montevideo 2:55
  • 4 Take Me There 3:39
  • 5 Seven Days 4:04
  • 6 Oceania 3:47
  • 7 Dismantling Utopia 6:52
  • 8 Double Blind 4:15
  • 9 Second Thought 2:50
  • 10 Mojave 3:37
  • 11 Badland 7:30
  • 12 Glacier 1:25
  • 13 Language of Time 7:33
  • 14 Sometimes I See 6:01
  • 15 As I Am 5:04

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