Strikes Twice
Larry Carlton · 1981
41 min · 8 tracks · blues · jazz fusion · post-bop
A fusion of smooth jazz and rock, blending intricate guitar work with lush arrangements and soulful melodies.
Why this album works
'Strikes Twice' is notable for its chart success and critical acclaim, reaching the top of the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. It further established Carlton's reputation as a leading figure in the crossover jazz scene during the early '80s.
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments intricate guitar work exploration soulful melodies for evening relaxation
- Context
- By the time 'Strikes Twice' was released in 1981, Larry Carlton was already an established session guitarist known for his work with Steely Dan and his solo albums. This album followed his critically acclaimed project 'Sleepwalk' from 1979, marking a period where Carlton began to solidify his signature sound that blends jazz and rock elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hiroshima· Spyro Gyra· Boney James
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Strikes Twice Standout 5:28
- 2 Ain’t Nothin’ for a Heartache Standout 3:18
- 3 Midnight Parade Standout 5:04
- 4 The Magician 4:15
- 5 Springville 6:37
- 6 Mulberry Street 7:15
- 7 In My Blood 4:13
- 8 For Love Alone 4:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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