What makes Soul Time by Bobby Timmons notable?

'Soul Time' is significant for its contribution to the soul jazz genre, receiving critical acclaim for its innovative sound. The album features tracks that became standards in the jazz repertoire and helped elevate Timmons' profile as a prominent musician during this era. 'Soul Time' was Bobby Timmons' first album as a bandleader, following his success as a pianist with the Jazz Messengers. Released in 1960, it solidified Timmons' role in the emerging soul jazz movement, showcasing his unique approach to blending gospel influences into jazz.

Who is Soul Time for?

Soul Time works well if you're into late-night contemplative moods, steady, consistent energy levels and long, immersive listening sessions.

How many songs are on Soul Time?

Soul Time has 7 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Soul Time

Bobby Timmons · 1960

41 min · 7 tracks · jazz

A lush blend of soulful melodies and intricate rhythms that captures the essence of late-night jazz.

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Where this album fits

Career context: 'Soul Time' was Bobby Timmons' first album as a bandleader, following his success as a pianist with the Jazz Messengers. Released in 1960, it solidified Timmons' role in the emerging soul jazz movement, showcasing his unique approach to blending gospel influences into jazz.
Stylistic neighbors: Sun Ra· Charles Mingus· Marian McPartland

Tracklist

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

1 Soul Time 6:24
2 So Tired 6:20
3 The Touch of Your Lips 4:16
4 S'posin' 5:14
5 Stella B. 5:54
6 You Don't Know What Love Is 6:16
7 One Mo' 6:53

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