Standard Eyes
12 tracks · post-bop · hard bop · cool jazz
A lush tapestry of cool jazz harmonies intertwined with intricate rhythms and heartfelt melodies.
Why this album works
- Best for
- heartfelt melodies for relaxation fragmented pacing invites exploration intimate moments for late nights
- Context
- Released in 1985, 'Standard Eyes' came during Ahmad Jamal's prolific period of recording after a brief hiatus from the spotlight. This album followed his acclaimed 1982 release 'Ahmad Jamal at the Pershing', marking a return to the jazz scene with refined artistry and a deepened musical maturity.
- If you like
- post-bop, hard bop, cool jazz
Standard Eyes is an album by Ahmad Jamal. A lush tapestry of cool jazz harmonies intertwined with intricate rhythms and heartfelt melodies. The album is notable for its critical reception, showcasing Jamal's ability to reinterpret classic standards with a unique touch. It has influenced countless artists within the jazz genre, solidifying Jamal's status as a key figure in both cool jazz and hard bop movements. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Standard Eyes sound like?
A lush tapestry of cool jazz harmonies intertwined with intricate rhythms and heartfelt melodies. Rooted in post-bop and hard bop.
What makes Standard Eyes by Ahmad Jamal notable?
The album is notable for its critical reception, showcasing Jamal's ability to reinterpret classic standards with a unique touch. It has influenced countless artists within the jazz genre, solidifying Jamal's status as a key figure in both cool jazz and hard bop movements. Released in 1985, 'Standard Eyes' came during Ahmad Jamal's prolific period of recording after a brief hiatus from the spotlight. This album followed his acclaimed 1982 release 'Ahmad Jamal at the Pershing', marking a return to the jazz scene with refined artistry and a deepened musical maturity.
Who is Standard Eyes for?
Standard Eyes works well if you're into heartfelt melodies for relaxation, fragmented pacing invites exploration and intimate moments for late nights.
How many songs are on Standard Eyes?
Standard Eyes has 12 tracks.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Billy Boy
- 2 Sweet and Lovely Standout
- 3 I Didn't Know What Time It Was
- 4 Taboo
- 5 I'll Never Stop Loving You
- 6 I'll Remember April Standout
- 7 So Beats My Heart for You
- 8 For All We Know
- 9 The Breeze and I
- 10 Like Someone in Love
- 11 Angel Eyes Standout
- 12 The Girl Next Door
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