The Golden Flute
Yusef Lateef · 1967
39 min · 9 tracks · jazz
A vibrant fusion of jazz harmonies and world music textures, showcasing Lateef's unique flute artistry.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its innovative blending of jazz with various global musical elements, contributing to the broader acceptance of world music within jazz. It received notable acclaim and helped solidify Lateef's reputation as a forward-thinking artist who expanded the boundaries of the genre.
- Best for
- steady melodic exploration vibrant afternoon relaxation engaging flute-led moments
- Context
- Released in 1967, 'The Golden Flute' was Yusef Lateef's twelfth album, following his critically acclaimed work 'Eastern Sounds'. At this point in his career, Lateef had established himself as a pioneering figure in jazz, known for incorporating diverse cultural influences into his music, particularly Eastern modalities.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Barbra Streisand· Bob Dylan· Ella Fitzgerald· Bing Crosby· Andy Williams· Aretha Franklin· Dave Brubeck· Tony Bennett
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Road Runner Standout 4:47
- 2 Straighten Up and Fly Right 3:28
- 3 Oasis 4:26
- 4 (I Don’t Stand) a Ghost of a Chance With You Standout 4:06
- 5 Exactly Like You 2:57
- 6 The Golden Flute Standout 3:56
- 7 Rosetta 3:54
- 8 Head Hunters 4:35
- 9 The Smart Set 7:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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