The Dream Team
Jimmy McGriff · 1997
62 min · 7 tracks · blues
A vibrant mix of soul jazz and hard bop, blending intricate grooves with heartfelt improvisation and rhythmic energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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McGriffin' — Opening the album with an energetic groove, this track showcases McGriff's signature style and sets the tone for the rest of the record with its infectious rhythm.
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Ain't It Funny How Time Slips Away — This reinterpretation highlights McGriff’s emotive playing, transforming a classic into a soulful exploration that resonates deeply with listeners.
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Fleetwood Stroll — With its extended improvisation, this track exemplifies the collaborative spirit of the ensemble while allowing each musician to shine through intricate solos.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- gradual build to rich payoff
- soulful grooves for relaxed evenings
- satisfying long-form listening experience
- engaging rhythms for social gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quick, upbeat tracks
- avoid lengthy musical explorations
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'The Dream Team' was released in 1997, Jimmy McGriff had established himself as a prominent figure in the jazz and blues scenes, known for his innovative organ playing. This album came after a prolific period in his career, following several successful releases throughout the 1990s that showcased his ability to adapt classic jazz forms into contemporary settings.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jimmy Smith· Charles Earland· Reuben Wilson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 McGriffin' 7:14
- 2 Ain't It Funny How Time Slips Away 6:21
- 3 Red Hot n' New 7:41
- 4 Fleetwood Stroll 9:50
- 5 Don't Blame Me 11:30
- 6 Tain't Nobody's Business If I Do 8:15
- 7 Things Ain't What They Used to Be 11:13
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