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Some Like It Modern

The Three Sounds · 1963

33 min · 11 tracks · jazz

A vibrant blend of jazz and pop, showcasing melodic improvisation over laid-back rhythms and rich harmonies.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Caesar And Cleopatra (Theme from the 20th Century Fox Film Production "Cleopatra") — The opening track sets an engaging tone with a lush arrangement, highlighting the ensemble's ability to blend cinematic themes with jazz sensibilities.
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    Mr. Lucky (From the CBS-TV Series "Mr. Lucky") — This track showcases the group's tight interplay and rhythmic drive, capturing the essence of their style while paying homage to popular culture.
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    I'm Gettin' Sentimental Over You — The group's interpretation brings warmth and lyrical depth to this classic tune, demonstrating their skill in transforming sentimental ballads into dynamic jazz pieces.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental
56 /100
Foothills
Higher than 47% of albums we've rated

The album blends jazz and pop through melodic improvisation, maintaining a laid-back feel across its tracks.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a cinematic theme that sets a laid-back mood, followed by tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo groove.
  • Each track features prominent melodic improvisation, often led by the piano while the rhythm section provides a steady backdrop.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • I'm Gettin' Sentimental Over You

    The bridge introduces a surprising shift in tempo that enhances the emotional weight of the lyrics about nostalgia and longing.

    This structural choice deepens the listener's engagement by contrasting the upbeat sections with reflective moments, emphasizing the theme of sentimentality.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Caesar And Cleopatra (Theme from the 20th Century Fox Film Production "Cleopatra") 2:48
  • 2 After Hours 2:45
  • 3 On The Sunny Side Of The Street (From "Lew Leslie's International Revue") 2:58
  • 4 Mr. Lucky (From the CBS-TV Series "Mr. Lucky") 2:47
  • 5 I'm Gettin' Sentimental Over You 3:10
  • 6 Rat Down Front 2:45
  • 7 Lazy River 2:12
  • 8 Sentimental Journey 3:29
  • 9 There's Something Nice About The Rain 2:35
  • 10 Let's Dance 2:32
  • 11 Elbows And Armpits 5:13

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