The Pursuit
Jamie Cullum · 2009
75 min · 17 tracks · jazz · swing · crossover jazz
A vibrant blend of jazz, pop, and swing that showcases Cullum's dynamic vocal range and energetic piano skills.
Why this album works
'The Pursuit' received critical acclaim and helped solidify Cullum's position in the jazz-pop landscape. The album debuted at number 5 on the UK Albums Chart, showcasing its commercial success and broad appeal to both jazz enthusiasts and mainstream audiences.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions uplifting, feel-good vibes
- Context
- Released in January 2009, 'The Pursuit' was Jamie Cullum's fourth studio album, following the commercially successful 'Catching Tales'. At this point in his career, Cullum was solidifying his reputation as a crossover artist who could seamlessly merge jazz with mainstream pop sensibilities.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ellie Goulding· Kate Bush· giorge mijael· Duran Duran· Joe Jackson· Robbie Williams· Radiohead· Blur
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Just One of Those Things 4:35
- 2 I'm All Over It Standout 3:40
- 3 Wheels Standout 3:43
- 4 If I Ruled the World 4:36
- 5 You and Me Are Gone 5:05
- 6 Don't Stop the Music 4:49
- 7 Love Ain't Gonna Let You Down 3:57
- 8 Mixtape 4:58
- 9 I Think, I Love 4:16
- 10 We Run Things 3:31
- 11 Not While I'm Around 3:52
- 12 Music is Through 7:07
- 13 I Love This 4:45
- 14 Gran Torino Standout 4:32
- 15 Grace is Gone 3:13
- 16 Don't Stop the Music (Live from the Oak Room) 5:13
- 17 Everyone's Lonely 3:54
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