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Taj Mahal

Taj Mahal · 1968

32 min · 8 tracks · R&B

A vibrant fusion of traditional blues and world music, brimming with soulful instrumentation and vocal improvisation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady groove for relaxed evenings
  • soulful improvisation for deep listening
  • vibrant energy for social gatherings
  • short tracks for easy enjoyment

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer lengthy conceptual pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1968, 'Taj Mahal' was Taj Mahal's self-titled debut album, marking his entry into the music scene after establishing a reputation in the folk-blues circuit. At this point, he was already gaining attention for blending various musical influences, setting the stage for his diverse career ahead.
Stylistic neighbors
Keb' Mo'· Bonnie Raitt· John Lee Hooker

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Leaving Trunk 4:51
  • 2 Statesboro Blues 2:59
  • 3 Checkin’ Up on My Baby 4:54
  • 4 Everybody’s Got to Change Sometime 2:56
  • 5 EZ Rider 3:04
  • 6 Dust My Broom 2:39
  • 7 Diving Duck Blues 2:42
  • 8 The Celebrated Walkin’ Blues 8:49

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