Taj
Taj Mahal · 1987
42 min · 10 tracks · R&B
A vibrant blend of blues and rhythm and blues, infused with island rhythms and heartfelt storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove throughout
- heartfelt storytelling in each track
- vibrant island rhythms uplift mood
- for relaxed gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced listening experiences
- seek immediate emotional impact
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Taj' was released in 1987, Taj Mahal had already established himself as a significant figure in the American blues scene. This album came after his successful records in the 1970s, showcasing his evolution as an artist who embraced diverse musical influences, including Caribbean and Hawaiian sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Keb' Mo'· Bonnie Raitt· John Lee Hooker
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Everybody Is Somebody 3:33
- 2 Paradise 4:12
- 3 Do I Love Her 4:05
- 4 Light Of The Pacific 5:33
- 5 Deed I Do 5:05
- 6 Soothin' 3:24
- 7 Pillow Talk 4:13
- 8 Local Local Girl 4:21
- 9 Kauai Kalypso 3:50
- 10 French Letter 4:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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