What makes Source by Nubya Garcia notable?

Upon its release, 'Source' received widespread critical acclaim, including a nomination for Best Jazz Act at the 2021 MOBO Awards. The album not only charted within the top ten of the UK Albums Chart but also resonated with a diverse audience, contributing to the growing popularity of jazz fusion in mainstream music. Nubya Garcia was gaining recognition as a leading voice in the UK jazz scene when 'Source' was released in August 2020. This album followed her critically acclaimed EP 'Nubya's 5ive' and showcased her evolution as an artist, solidifying her place in contemporary jazz while addressing themes of identity and community.

How many songs are on Source?

Source has 9 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.

Source

Nubya Garcia · 2020

60 min · 9 tracks

A vibrant blend of jazz, Afro-Caribbean rhythms, and experimental sounds that invites listeners to explore collective consciousness.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Source — The title track serves as a centerpiece, embodying the album's themes of connection and exploration through intricate solos and rich textures.
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Stand With Each Other — This track highlights Garcia's ability to blend powerful messages of unity with infectious grooves, making it a standout anthem for community resilience.
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La cumbia me está llamando — Infusing Latin influences into her sound, this track showcases Garcia's versatility and celebrates cultural diversity through rhythmic complexity.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

67 /100

Alpine

Higher than 91% of albums we've rated

The album blends jazz and Afro-Caribbean influences with innovative structures, inviting exploration and repeated listens.

What we noticed

The album opens with a track that features layered saxophone melodies intertwined with rhythmic percussion, establishing a vibrant atmosphere.
The final track features an extended outro that gradually fades out, creating a meditative conclusion that contrasts with the energetic opening.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 8/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Pace 7:52
2 The Message Continues 6:44
3 Source 12:08
4 Together Is a Beautiful Place to Be 7:36
5 Stand With Each Other 3:38
6 Inner Game 7:44
7 La cumbia me está llamando 4:15
8 Before Us: In Demerara & Caura 8:00
9 Boundless Beings 2:46

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