Tirami Su
Al Di Meola · 1987
49 min · 9 tracks · jazz fusion
A dazzling fusion of intricate guitar work and world music influences intertwined with jazz improvisation.
Why this album works
The album is significant for its blend of jazz with various global musical styles, reflecting Di Meola's innovative spirit during a time when jazz fusion was evolving. It received positive critical reception and has influenced many contemporary guitarists seeking to blend different genres into their work.
- Best for
- steady pacing for focused listening intricate guitar work appreciation journey through diverse soundscapes
- Context
- Released in 1987, 'Tirami Su' marked Al Di Meola's transition towards incorporating more world music elements into his jazz fusion style. This album followed his successful period in the late 1970s and early 1980s, where he gained fame for his virtuosic guitar skills, especially on records like 'Elegant Gypsy' and 'Casino'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Christina Aguilera· Bob Dylan· Diana Ross· Prince· Madonna· Barbra Streisand· Charles Mingus· George Benson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Beijing Demons Standout 6:26
- 2 Arabella 7:14
- 3 Smile From a Stranger 5:43
- 4 Rhapsody of Fire Standout 5:05
- 5 Song to the Pharaoh Kings Standout 8:50
- 6 Andonea 3:09
- 7 Maraba 5:24
- 8 Song With a View 6:26
- 9 Tirami Su, Part I 1:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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