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So Nice

Houston Person · 2011

59 min · 12 tracks · jazz · rapping

A smooth blend of classic jazz styles infused with soulful melodies and rich saxophone tones.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady flow for relaxed evenings
  • soulful melodies for intimate moments
  • rich saxophone tones inviting reflection
  • gradual development rewarding attentive listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer upbeat party atmospheres

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time Houston Person released 'So Nice' in 2011, he was an established figure in jazz with a career spanning over five decades. This album came after a series of successful collaborations and showcases his knack for interpreting standards and lesser-known gems alike, solidifying his reputation as a skilled saxophonist and bandleader.
Stylistic neighbors
Grant Green· Jimmy Smith· Charles Earland

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Blues Everywhere 5:18
  • 2 All Too Soon 5:39
  • 3 I Wished on the Moon 3:33
  • 4 Kiss and Run 5:33
  • 5 So Nice 4:07
  • 6 I've Grown Accustomed to Her Face 5:00
  • 7 Close to You 4:40
  • 8 Star Eyes 5:08
  • 9 Minor Inconvenience 4:41
  • 10 Easy Living 4:25
  • 11 Everything I Love 4:58
  • 12 Stephen Sondheim Medley: Small World/Anyone Can Whistle 6:25

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