What makes This Is Jeremy Steig by Jeremy Steig notable?

This album is notable for its innovative blend of jazz improvisation with elements of rock and psychedelia, reflecting the era's musical experimentation. It helped pave the way for future generations of jazz musicians who embraced unconventional sounds and structures, earning critical acclaim in niche circles. Released in 1969, This Is Jeremy Steig marked a significant moment in the artist's career as his debut album. At this point, Steig was transitioning from session work into a solo artist, showcasing his unique approach to flute within the jazz genre.

How many songs are on This Is Jeremy Steig?

This Is Jeremy Steig has 8 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

This Is Jeremy Steig

Jeremy Steig · 1969

42 min · 8 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz and psychedelic sounds imbued with adventurous flute improvisations and experimental arrangements.

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Flute Diddley — Opening with playful energy, this track introduces Steig's signature flute style while merging jazz rhythms with a hint of whimsy that characterizes the album.
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Teresa's Blues — A lengthy exploration featuring intricate solos, this track showcases Steig's virtuosic ability to convey emotion through his instrument, making it a standout piece.
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Don't Make Promises — This cover transforms a folk classic into a jazzy rendition, highlighting Steig's creative reinterpretation and ability to breathe new life into familiar melodies.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

61 /100

Treeline

Higher than 71% of albums we've rated

The album showcases innovative flute work within a psychedelic jazz context, making it distinct yet cohesive.

What we noticed

The album features extended flute improvisations that often take center stage, with the rhythm section providing a fluid backdrop.
Several pieces blend jazz elements with psychedelic rock influences, using effects like reverb and distortion on the flute.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

1 Flute Diddley 6:41
2 Hang on to a Dream 3:01
3 Teresa's Blues 10:46
4 Don't Make Promises 5:40
5 Rational Nonsense 7:42
6 Lenny's Tomb 5:12
7 Insanity 0:56
8 Mac D 2:06

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Legwork

1970

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Jeremy & The Satyrs

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