Rock 'n' Roll Party
Jeff Beck · 2011
93 min · 28 tracks · jazz fusion · blues rock
A vibrant tribute blending rock, blues, and jazz with Beck's virtuosic guitar work and infectious energy.
Why this album works
'Rock 'n' Roll Party' is significant for its homage to Les Paul, a pioneer of electric guitar technology, reflecting Beck's deep respect for musical history. The album received positive reviews, underscoring its cultural relevance within the rock genre and emphasizing Beck's role in bridging classic rock with contemporary styles.
- Best for
- dynamic peaks and valleys infectious energy for gatherings short bursts of excitement
- Context
- Released in 2011, 'Rock 'n' Roll Party' captures Jeff Beck celebrating the legacy of Les Paul while showcasing his own improvisational brilliance. This album follows the critically acclaimed 'Emotion & Commotion' (2010) and highlights Beck's continued evolution as a guitar virtuoso. At this point in his career, he was recognized not just as a guitarist but as an influential figure in modern music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Elton John· Ringo Starr· Paul McCartney· David Bowie· Bee Gees· The Who· George Harrison· Queen
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Double Talkin’ Baby 2:08
- 2 Cruisin’ 2:13
- 3 The Train It Kept A Rollin’ 2:36
- 4 Cry Me a River 2:46
- 5 How High the Moon Standout 2:10
- 6 Sitting on Top of the World 2:23
- 7 Bye Bye Blues 2:12
- 8 The World Is Waiting for the Sunrise 2:21
- 9 Vaya con dios 2:57
- 10 Mockin’ Bird Hill 2:23
- 11 I’m a Fool to Care 2:59
- 12 Tiger Rag 2:22
- 13 Peter Gunn 4:49
- 14 Rocking Is Our Business 3:38
- 15 Apache 3:07
- 16 Sleep Walk 2:50
- 17 New Orleans 4:34
- 18 Walking in the Sand 4:39
- 19 Please Mr. Jailer 4:54
- 20 Twenty Flight Rock 3:44
Disc 2
- 1 Corpus Christi Carol 3:17
- 2 Hammerhead 4:30
- 3 Over the Rainbow 3:10
- 4 Brush With the Blues 6:05
- 5 A Day in the Life Standout 4:57
- 6 Nessum Dorma 3:14
- 7 How High the Moon Standout 2:05
- 8 People Get Ready Standout 4:48
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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