Soul Summit Vol. 2
Gene Ammons · 1963
7 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of soulful melodies and intricate improvisation, showcasing the warmth of Gene Ammons' tenor saxophone.
Top tracks — play these first
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Love I Found You — This opening track showcases Ammons' lyrical playing style, effortlessly blending smooth phrasing with emotional depth that sets the tone for the album's exploration of love.
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But Not for Me — Ammons brings a poignant interpretation to this classic, using his signature sound to convey a deep sense of longing that resonates throughout the performance.
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Ballad for Baby — This track highlights Ammons' ability to balance technical skill with heartfelt expression, making it a standout example of his mastery over ballads and showcasing the album's emotional core.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album blends soulful melodies with improvisation, showcasing Ammons' saxophone while varying tempos across tracks.
What we noticed
- The album features extended improvisational sections, with the tenor saxophone often taking the lead while the rhythm section provides a steady backdrop.
- The first three tracks are characterized by intricate melodic lines, while the latter half of the album shifts towards more relaxed and soulful expressions.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- warm soulful melodies throughout
- intricate improvisation moments
- late-night reflective listening
- smooth transitions between tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer high-energy music
- want straightforward structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1963, Soul Summit Vol. 2 is a follow-up to Gene Ammons' acclaimed Soul Summit, positioning him firmly within the jazz scene of the early '60s. This album came during a period when Ammons was gaining recognition for his unique style that combined bebop with a soulful approach, solidifying his role as a leading tenor saxophonist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sonny Stitt· Dexter Gordon· Stan Getz
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Love I Found You
- 2 But Not for Me
- 3 Too Marvelous for Words
- 4 If You Are but a Dream
- 5 Scram
- 6 Ballad for Baby
- 7 Cool, Cool Daddy
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