RoundAgain
Joshua Redman · 2020
44 min · 7 tracks · jazz
A vibrant interplay of improvisation and structured melodies, blending contemporary jazz with post-bop influences.
Top tracks — play these first
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Undertow — The opening track establishes the album's thematic depth with intricate saxophone lines interweaving around a steady rhythm that invites introspection.
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Silly Little Love Song — This track stands out with its playful yet sophisticated arrangement, showcasing the ensemble's chemistry and ability to balance humor with complexity.
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Right Back Round Again — Here, the musicians engage in a conversational interplay that highlights their improvisational skills, elevating the piece beyond a simple melody into a dynamic dialogue.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases strong compositions and skilled performances, making it a notable entry in contemporary jazz.
What we noticed
- The album features extended improvisational sections that allow each musician to explore their instrument in depth, particularly during the middle tracks.
- Each track has a distinct theme, with melodies that are revisited and varied throughout the performance, creating a cohesive narrative.
- The interplay between the saxophone and piano is prominent, often leading to call-and-response patterns that enhance the dynamic of the ensemble.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady unfolding melodic journeys
- vibrant improvisation with structure
- thoughtful moments for reflection
- engaging interplay of musicianship
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2020, RoundAgain marks Joshua Redman's return to collaborative performance with his longstanding bandmates from the late '90s, showcasing a reunion after nearly two decades. This album follows Redman's acclaimed work in both the jazz and broader music scenes, including a significant focus on evolving jazz forms and his contributions as a bandleader.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Brad Mehldau· Chris Potter· Kurt Rosenwinkel
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Undertow 7:22
- 2 Moe Honk 7:11
- 3 Silly Little Love Song 7:01
- 4 Right Back Round Again 6:00
- 5 Floppy Diss 5:22
- 6 Father 6:37
- 7 Your Part To Play 5:04
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