Stolen Moments
Lee Ritenour · 1990
46 min · 8 tracks · jazz
A vibrant fusion of jazz and contemporary melodies, balancing intricate guitar work with rich harmonic textures.
Top tracks — play these first
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Stolen Moments — This title track encapsulates the album's essence with its expressive guitar lines and complex harmonic shifts, demonstrating Ritenour's signature style.
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Uptown Start here — This opening track combines catchy rhythms with sophisticated chord progressions, setting a dynamic tone for the entire album.
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24th Street Blues — With its soulful groove and emotive solos, this track exemplifies Ritenour's knack for storytelling through music.
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Waltz for Carmen — This piece showcases a delicate waltz rhythm intertwined with lush harmonies, highlighting Ritenour’s ability to blend classical influences within a jazz context.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalRitenour's guitar work and varied tempos create a vibrant listening experience, though it remains within familiar jazz fusion territory.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of intricate guitar solos that weave in and out of the harmonic textures, creating a layered sound.
- The first half of the album emphasizes upbeat tempos, while the second half transitions to more contemplative, slower pieces.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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 pacing with smooth transitions
- atmospheric sound for relaxation
- intricate guitar work exploration
- ideal for reflective evenings
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat, high-energy tracks
- prefer short, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Beloved by fans for its rich fusion of jazz and contemporary melodies.
- Career context
- By 1990, Lee Ritenour was already an established figure in the jazz scene, known for his eclectic style and virtuosity. 'Stolen Moments' marked his follow-up to the critically acclaimed 'Earth Run' and further solidified his reputation as a leading jazz guitarist during this era.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Larry Carlton· Pat Metheny· Al Di Meola
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Uptown
The instrumentation shifts from a steady groove to an intricate solo passage that captivates attention.
This transition showcases Ritenour's improvisational skills, emphasizing both technical proficiency and emotional depth.
Tracklist
- 1 Uptown Start here 6:48
- 2 Stolen Moments 6:42
- 3 24th Street Blues 5:27
- 4 Haunted Heart 4:57
- 5 Waltz for Carmen 6:27
- 6 St. Bart's 4:10
- 7 Blue in Green 8:05
- 8 Sometime Ago 4:09
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