Smack Up
Art Pepper · 1960
50 min · 8 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of bebop and cool jazz, characterized by Pepper's expressive alto saxophone melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady exploration of themes
- expressive melodies for relaxation
- thoughtful background for conversations
- engaging for attentive listening
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer short standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Smack Up' was released in 1960, Art Pepper was navigating a significant comeback after overcoming a tumultuous period marked by addiction and incarceration. This album followed his acclaimed work 'Art Pepper Meets the Rhythm Section,' solidifying his return to prominence in the jazz scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cannonball Adderley· Sonny Rollins· John Coltrane
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Smack Up 4:17
- 2 Las Cuevas de Mario 7:09
- 3 A Bit of Basie 7:23
- 4 How Can You Lose 6:54
- 5 Maybe Next Year 4:23
- 6 Tears Inside 7:45
- 7 Solid Citizens (take 33) 6:31
- 8 Solid Citizens (take 37) 6:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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