Road Tested
Hank Crawford · 1997
60 min · 10 tracks · jazz
A soulful blend of jazz and blues, featuring smooth saxophone melodies over vibrant rhythms and intricate arrangements.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Only Have Eyes for You — This track stands out for its lush arrangement and Crawford's emotive saxophone performance, creating a romantic atmosphere that showcases his skillful interpretation of standards.
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Caravan — Crawford's rendition breathes new life into this jazz classic, featuring dynamic improvisation that highlights his technical prowess and ability to engage with complex rhythms.
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Summertime — Here, Crawford's warm tones and expressive phrasing convey the song's languid essence, making it a memorable interpretation that resonates deeply with listeners.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- smooth saxophone melodies throughout
- soulful grooves for relaxation
- for late-night gatherings
- emotional depth in each track
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer immediate gratification music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Road Tested' was released in 1997, Hank Crawford had established himself as a key figure in the jazz and soul scenes. This album marked a continuation of his collaboration with organist Jimmy McGriff, following their successful partnership on earlier projects that highlighted Crawford's expressive saxophone work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Sanborn· Maceo Parker· Eddie Harris
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Peanuts 6:19
- 2 I Only Have Eyes for You 4:52
- 3 Happy Feet 5:30
- 4 For Sentimental Reasons 5:21
- 5 Caravan 9:01
- 6 Road Tested 5:48
- 7 Hope That We Can Be Together Soon 5:54
- 8 Mr. P.C. 3:35
- 9 Summertime 5:38
- 10 A Little Bit South of East St. Louis 8:53
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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