The United States of Mind
Horace Silver · 2004
120 min · 28 tracks · hard bop
A vibrant fusion of hard bop and spiritual jazz, exploring themes of consciousness and healing.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks wave-like pacing encourages reflection vibrant exploration of consciousness
- Context
- Released in 2004, 'The United States of Mind' was a late-career offering from Horace Silver, marking his return to the studio after a six-year hiatus. This album showcases Silver's continued evolution as a composer and bandleader while reflecting on personal and communal themes through his signature blend of jazz styles.
- If you like
- hard bop
The United States of Mind is an album by Horace Silver, released in 2004. A vibrant fusion of hard bop and spiritual jazz, exploring themes of consciousness and healing. The album received significant attention for its introspective lyrics and rich instrumental arrangements, which resonated deeply within the jazz community. It exemplifies Silver's influence on spiritual jazz, bridging traditional hard bop with contemporary themes, and is often cited as an important work for understanding his later career. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The United States of Mind sound like?
A vibrant fusion of hard bop and spiritual jazz, exploring themes of consciousness and healing. Rooted in hard bop.
What makes The United States of Mind by Horace Silver notable?
The album received significant attention for its introspective lyrics and rich instrumental arrangements, which resonated deeply within the jazz community. It exemplifies Silver's influence on spiritual jazz, bridging traditional hard bop with contemporary themes, and is often cited as an important work for understanding his later career. Released in 2004, 'The United States of Mind' was a late-career offering from Horace Silver, marking his return to the studio after a six-year hiatus. This album showcases Silver's continued evolution as a composer and bandleader while reflecting on personal and communal themes through his signature blend of jazz styles.
Who is The United States of Mind for?
The United States of Mind works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, wave-like pacing encourages reflection and vibrant exploration of consciousness.
How many songs are on The United States of Mind?
The United States of Mind has 28 tracks, running approximately 120 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 That Healin' Feelin' 3:53
- 2 The Happy Medium 4:56
- 3 The Show Has Begun 4:10
- 4 Love Vibrations 4:02
- 5 Peace 3:25
- 6 Permit Me to Introduce You to Yourself Standout 3:14
- 7 Wipe Away the Evil 4:14
- 8 Nobody Knows 4:12
- 9 There's Much to Be Done 4:12
- 10 Acid, Pot or Pills Standout 4:27
- 11 What Kind of Animal Am I 3:38
- 12 Won't You Open Up Your Senses 3:57
- 13 I've Had a Little Talk 3:49
- 14 Soul Searchin' Standout 4:18
Disc 2
- 1 Big Business 5:21
- 2 I'm Aware of the Animals Within Me 3:47
- 3 Old Mother Nature Calls 6:18
- 4 Total Response 5:24
- 5 The Merger of the Minds 4:47
- 6 Cause and Effect 4:14
- 7 Forever Is a Long Long Time 3:50
- 8 My Soul Is My Computer 4:38
- 9 How Much Does Matter Really Matter 3:09
- 10 Horn of Life 6:27
- 11 Who Has the Answer 3:42
- 12 From the Heart Through the Mind 3:28
- 13 All 5:39
- 14 Summary 2:35
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