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Road to the Sun

Pat Metheny · 2021

56 min · 11 tracks · jazz fusion · Latin pop · post-bop

A serene blend of minimalist guitar work and lush string arrangements that evoke introspection and calm.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • serene introspection during quiet moments
  • wave-like pacing for reflective listening
  • gradual builds with emotional peaks
  • calm soundscapes for focused work

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat party atmospheres

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Road to the Sun' was released in March 2021, Pat Metheny was an established figure in jazz, having built a prolific career spanning over four decades. This album follows his acclaimed 2018 release 'From This Place', showcasing Metheny's continued exploration of sound and texture through innovative arrangements for guitar and strings.
Stylistic neighbors
Brad Mehldau· John Scofield· Chick Corea

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Four Paths of Light: Part 1 4:15
  • 2 Four Paths of Light: Part 2 6:22
  • 3 Four Paths of Light: Part 3 5:30
  • 4 Four Paths of Light: Part 4 3:11
  • 5 Road to the Sun: Part 1 4:22
  • 6 Road to the Sun: Part 2 6:45
  • 7 Road to the Sun: Part 3 3:29
  • 8 Road to the Sun: Part 4 4:06
  • 9 Road to the Sun: Part 5 6:45
  • 10 Road to the Sun: Part 6 3:24
  • 11 Für Alina (arr. Pat Metheny for 42 string guitar) 8:31

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