Routes
37 min · 10 tracks · jazz fusion · jazz-funk
A vibrant blend of jazz fusion and pop, full of rhythmic grooves and melodic exploration.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady grooves for focused work vibrant rhythms for casual listening melodic exploration during commutes
- Context
- When 'Routes' was released in 1976, Ramsey Lewis was already an established artist, known for his innovative contributions to jazz. This album followed his successful 'Sun Goddess,' continuing his trend of merging jazz with elements of pop and funk, while also showcasing his evolving musical style during a peak creative phase.
- If you like
- jazz fusion, jazz-funk
Routes is an album by Ramsey Lewis. A vibrant blend of jazz fusion and pop, full of rhythmic grooves and melodic exploration. 'Routes' is significant for its commercial success, reaching the Top 200 chart and contributing to the growing popularity of jazz fusion in the mid-1970s. The album's blend of jazz with mainstream influences helped solidify Lewis's place in the genre and introduced his music to a wider audience. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Routes sound like?
A vibrant blend of jazz fusion and pop, full of rhythmic grooves and melodic exploration. Rooted in jazz fusion and jazz-funk.
What makes Routes by Ramsey Lewis notable?
'Routes' is significant for its commercial success, reaching the Top 200 chart and contributing to the growing popularity of jazz fusion in the mid-1970s. The album's blend of jazz with mainstream influences helped solidify Lewis's place in the genre and introduced his music to a wider audience. When 'Routes' was released in 1976, Ramsey Lewis was already an established artist, known for his innovative contributions to jazz. This album followed his successful 'Sun Goddess,' continuing his trend of merging jazz with elements of pop and funk, while also showcasing his evolving musical style during a peak creative phase.
Who is Routes for?
Routes works well if you're into steady grooves for focused work, vibrant rhythms for casual listening and melodic exploration during commutes.
How many songs are on Routes?
Routes has 10 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Whisper Zone 3:01
- 2 High Point 3:46
- 3 Tondelayo Standout 4:54
- 4 Caribbean Blue Standout 4:13
- 5 Looking Glass 3:34
- 6 Come Back Jack 3:36
- 7 Colors in Space 2:58
- 8 Crystals 'n Sequence 2:40
- 9 You Are the Reason Standout 4:54
- 10 Hell on Wheels 4:13
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
37 min 49 sec
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