Silver 'n Brass cover

Silver 'n Brass

Horace Silver · 1975

41 min · 6 tracks · hard bop

A vibrant blend of hard bop and soulful melodies that captures the essence of 1970s jazz.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo grooves
  • soulful melodies for relaxation
  • for afternoon gatherings
  • engaging in-order listening experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced tracks
  • seeking standout singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Silver 'n Brass' was released in 1975, Horace Silver was already an established figure in the jazz scene, known for his pioneering contributions to hard bop. This album marked his return to Blue Note Records after a brief period with other labels, showcasing his distinctive style that celebrated both rhythmic complexity and melodic accessibility.
Stylistic neighbors
Art Blakey· Thelonious Monk· McCoy Tyner

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Kissin' Cousins 7:55
  • 2 Barbara 7:36
  • 3 Dameron's Dance 5:19
  • 4 The Sophisticated Hippie 7:05
  • 5 Adjustment 5:19
  • 6 Mysticism 8:08

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