Tone Tantrum
Gene Harris · 1977
40 min · 7 tracks · blues
A blend of vibrant jazz and soulful grooves that invites listeners to dance and reflect simultaneously.
Top tracks — play these first
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As — The opening track sets the tone with its infectious rhythm and intricate piano work, drawing listeners into Harris's distinctive musical world.
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If You Can't Find Love Let Love Find You — This track showcases Harris's ability to blend heartfelt lyrics with compelling melodies, reflecting a personal yet universal theme of love.
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Cristo Redentor, Part 1 — Part 1 stands out for its rich harmonic layers and emotional depth, offering a moment of introspection within the album's vibrant flow.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends jazz and funk with strong arrangements, though its cohesion is somewhat uneven.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a cover of 'As', featuring a prominent horn section that sets a lively tone for the record.
- The last two tracks are split into two parts, creating a thematic continuity while exploring different musical ideas within the same composition.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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If You Can't Find Love Let Love Find You
The bridge shifts from reflective pondering to an uplifting call to embrace love when it arrives.
This structural change elevates the song's mood, transforming personal reflection into an empowering message.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 As 7:38
- 2 If You Can't Find Love Let Love Find You 6:14
- 3 A Minor 7:23
- 4 Stranger in Paradise 5:16
- 5 Peace of Mind 4:33
- 6 Cristo Redentor, Part 1 4:56
- 7 Cristo Redentor, Part 2 4:52
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