What makes The Music from "The Connection" by Jackie McLean notable?

This album is significant for its innovative approach to jazz by combining it with the play of the same name, highlighting McLean's role in expanding the boundaries of jazz music. It received notable critical acclaim, contributing to McLean's reputation as a forward-thinking artist during the burgeoning avant-garde movement. In 1960, Jackie McLean was solidifying his place in the jazz scene following his earlier works like 'Jackie's Bag' from 1959. 'The Music from The Connection' served as a crucial step in his artistic evolution, showcasing his ability to blend jazz with theatrical elements and narrative.

Who is The Music from "The Connection" for?

The Music from "The Connection" works well if you're into steady mid-tempo progression, theatrical energy in performance and engaging narrative through tracks.

How many songs are on The Music from "The Connection"?

The Music from "The Connection" has 7 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

The Music from "The Connection"

Jackie McLean · 1960

38 min · 7 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of hard bop and avant-garde jazz, infused with dramatic theatricality.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo progression
theatrical energy in performance
engaging narrative through tracks
reflective moments of contemplation

Maybe skip if you want

prefer fast-paced excitement
seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context: In 1960, Jackie McLean was solidifying his place in the jazz scene following his earlier works like 'Jackie's Bag' from 1959. 'The Music from The Connection' served as a crucial step in his artistic evolution, showcasing his ability to blend jazz with theatrical elements and narrative.
Stylistic neighbors: Eric Dolphy· Cannonball Adderley· Sonny Rollins

Tracklist

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

1 Who Killed Cock Robin 5:22
2 Wigglin’ 5:59
3 Music Forever 5:52
4 Time to Smile 6:25
5 Theme for Sister Salvation 4:46
6 Jim Dunn’s Dilemma 5:39
7 O.D. 4:44

What to play next

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