The Turning Point
John Mayall · 1969
47 min · 7 tracks · blues rock · electric blues · British blues
A fluid blend of blues and jazz, driven by emotive instrumentation and Mayall's soulful vocals.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- emotive instrumentation for reflection
- soulful vocals for deep listening
- gradual build towards catharsis
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 1, 1969, 'The Turning Point' marked a significant evolution in John Mayall's career as his first album after disbanding the Bluesbreakers. This album showcased Mayall's shift towards a more experimental sound, integrating jazz elements into his blues foundation, reflecting his artistic growth during a transformative period in music history.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Eric Clapton· Peter Green· Gary Moore
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Laws Must Change 7:22
- 2 Saw Mill Gulch Road 4:48
- 3 I’m Gonna Fight for You J.B. 5:24
- 4 So Hard to Share 6:57
- 5 California 9:31
- 6 Thoughts About Roxanne 8:21
- 7 Room to Move 4:57
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