Rocks, Pebbles and Sand
Stanley Clarke · 1980
37 min · 9 tracks · contemporary R&B · funk · jazz fusion
A vibrant fusion of jazz, funk, and pop with intricate bass lines and dynamic rhythms.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its exploration of narrative storytelling through music, particularly in 'The Story of a Man and a Woman' suite. It received positive critical reception, highlighting Clarke's innovative blend of styles and solidified his place within the jazz fusion movement of the late ’70s and early ’80s.
- Best for
- steady flow with thematic shifts engaging storytelling through rhythm dynamic bass lines throughout
- Context
- When 'Rocks, Pebbles and Sand' was released in 1980, Stanley Clarke was transitioning from his early success with Return to Forever to a solo career. This album followed his critically acclaimed work on 'School Days' (1978) and showcased his growing prowess as a composer and bandleader in the jazz fusion genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- No Doubt· Christina Aguilera· Bob Dylan· Harry Nilsson· Cyndi Lauper· Cher· Elvis Presley· Aretha Franklin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Danger Street Standout 4:51
- 2 All Hell Broke Loose 5:08
- 3 Rocks, Pebbles and Sand Standout 4:07
- 4 Underestimation 3:41
- 5 You, Me Together 4:05
- 6 We Supply 4:20
- 7 The Story of a Man and a Woman, Part 1 - She Thought I Was Stanley Clarke Standout 1:47
- 8 The Story of a Man and a Woman, Part 2 - A Fool Again 5:59
- 9 The Story of a Man and a Woman, Part 3 - I Nearly Went Crazy (Until I Realized What Had Occurred) 3:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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