What does Spiral sound like?

Spiral is a jazz fusion and swing album by Bobby Hutcherson, released in 1979. Good for patient explorations of emotional depth and cascading melodies that invite reflection.

Spiral works well if you're into patient explorations of emotional depth, cascading melodies that invite reflection and vivid storytelling through instrumental journeys.

How many songs are on Spiral?

Spiral has 6 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

Spiral

Bobby Hutcherson · 1979

36 min · 6 tracks · jazz fusion

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Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong instrumental composition with distinctive vibes but lacks broader cultural resonance.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of vibraphone as the lead instrument, creating a distinct melodic texture throughout.
Each track varies in tempo and mood, with some pieces like 'Ruth' starting slowly and building intensity, while others like 'Jasper' maintain a more relaxed pace.
The arrangements often include complex harmonies and rhythmic patterns that challenge traditional jazz forms.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.