Is Still Warm a good place to start with John Scofield?

Yes, Still Warm is recommended as a starting point for new John Scofield listeners. A vibrant fusion of jazz and funk, featuring intricate guitar work and dynamic arrangements that push traditional boundaries. In 1986, John Scofield was transitioning from his early work with jazz legends like Miles Davis to establishing his own unique sound in the jazz fusion genre. 'Still Warm' marked his third album, showcasing his growth as a composer and guitarist while solidifying his reputation in the jazz community during a pivotal moment in his career.

Who is Still Warm for?

Still Warm works well if you're into steady mid-tempo grooves, improvisational exploration and thoughtful headphone listening.

How many songs are on Still Warm?

Still Warm has 7 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Released 40 years ago

Still Warm

John Scofield · 1986

42 min · 7 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz and funk, featuring intricate guitar work and dynamic arrangements that push traditional boundaries.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Techno Start here — The opening track sets the tone with a lively mix of electronic influences and jazz improvisation, showcasing Scofield's adventurous spirit.
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Still Warm — This title track encapsulates the album's essence, combining melodic complexity with rhythmic drive, highlighting Scofield's signature guitar style.
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High and Mighty — A standout piece that features intricate interplay between musicians, demonstrating Scofield's ability to blend technical skill with emotional expression.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

70 /100

Alpine

Higher than 94% of albums we've rated

The album features intricate compositions and strong performances, marking a significant step in Scofield's evolution as an artist.

What we noticed

The album opens with a high-energy track featuring syncopated rhythms and intricate guitar solos that set a dynamic tone.
Each track showcases a different aspect of Scofield's guitar technique, from smooth melodic lines to complex, rapid-fire phrases.

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

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo grooves
improvisational exploration
thoughtful headphone listening
consistent flow throughout album

Maybe skip if you

prefer fast-paced tracks
seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album marked Scofield's transition to a unique jazz fusion sound, gaining wider recognition.
Career context: In 1986, John Scofield was transitioning from his early work with jazz legends like Miles Davis to establishing his own unique sound in the jazz fusion genre. 'Still Warm' marked his third album, showcasing his growth as a composer and guitarist while solidifying his reputation in the jazz community during a pivotal moment in his career.
Stylistic neighbors: Pat Metheny· Mike Stern· Bill Frisell