Travelin'
Chet Atkins · 1963
30 min · 12 tracks · classical · country · jazz
A vibrant blend of country, jazz, and pop, showcasing Atkins' virtuosic guitar work and eclectic influences.
Why this album works
'Travelin'' is notable for its commercial success, reaching the Top 10 on the Billboard Country Albums chart. The album helped popularize Atkins' fingerstyle guitar technique and contributed to the crossover appeal of country music into mainstream pop during the early 1960s.
- Best for
- steady pacing for easy listening light-hearted melodies for cheerful mood for casual gatherings
- Context
- Released in 1963, 'Travelin'' was Chet Atkins' follow-up to the critically acclaimed 'More of That Guitar,' further solidifying his reputation as a pioneering figure in the Nashville sound. At this time, Atkins was transitioning from primarily session work to becoming a celebrated solo artist, crafting a unique style that blended various genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thelonious Monk· Miles Davis· Ella Fitzgerald· John Coltrane· Dave Brubeck· Aretha Franklin· Herbie Hancock· Bing Crosby
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wheels Standout 2:28
- 2 Calcutta Standout 2:57
- 3 La dolce vita 2:13
- 4 Exodus 3:14
- 5 Baubles, Bangles and Beads 2:33
- 6 Naboonspruit Polka 2:14
- 7 Muskrat Ramble 2:43
- 8 Waram Patat 2:00
- 9 Volare Standout 2:40
- 10 Mossie Se Moses 2:24
- 11 Sweetness 2:20
- 12 The World Is Waiting for the Sunrise 3:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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