Released 56 years ago this October
That Healin' Feelin'
Horace Silver · 1970
36 min · 9 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of hard bop and soulful grooves, radiating warmth and uplifting energy throughout its tracks.
Top tracks — play these first
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That Healin' Feelin' Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's theme, featuring joyful melodies and an infectious groove that invites listeners to embrace positivity.
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Permit Me to Introduce You to Yourself — This track stands out for its engaging call-and-response structure and playful lyrics, showcasing Silver's knack for merging lyrical content with instrumental creativity.
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Wipe Away the Evil — With its compelling rhythmic drive and uplifting message, this track illustrates Silver's ability to convey hope through music, making it a highlight on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases strong melodies and engaging interactions, making it a solid entry in Silver's discography.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of syncopated rhythms and call-and-response patterns between the piano and horns, creating a lively interaction.
- Each track maintains a strong melodic focus, often returning to a central theme that is developed throughout the piece.
- Several tracks incorporate extended solos, allowing musicians to explore variations on the main motifs while maintaining cohesion.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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
- uplifting melodies for daily joy
- steady groove for relaxed afternoons
- feel-good vibes with friends
- inviting sound for gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced listening experiences
- seek intense emotional drama
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Beloved for its uplifting energy and spiritual themes, resonating with dedicated fans.
- Themes
- joyful melodies· uplifting rhythms· soulful grooves
- Career context
- By 1970, Horace Silver was a well-established figure in jazz, known for his innovative approach to hard bop. 'That Healin' Feelin'' came after a string of successful albums, including the acclaimed 'Song for My Father' from 1965, marking a period where Silver sought to incorporate more accessible and melodic elements into his compositions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Art Blakey· Thelonious Monk· McCoy Tyner
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Permit Me to Introduce You to Yourself
The song features a conversational tone where the singer addresses the audience directly about self-discovery and identity.
This direct engagement invites listeners into a reflective space, breaking the fourth wall and making the message of self-acceptance more impactful.
Tracklist
- 1 That Healin' Feelin' Start here 3:53
- 2 The Happy Medium 4:56
- 3 The Show Has Begun 4:10
- 4 Love Vibrations 4:02
- 5 Peace 3:25
- 6 Permit Me to Introduce You to Yourself 3:14
- 7 Wipe Away the Evil 4:14
- 8 Nobody Knows 4:12
- 9 There's Much to Be Done 4:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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