Wait Till You See Her
John Abercrombie · 2009
57 min · 8 tracks · jazz fusion
A mellow yet intricate blend of contemporary jazz melodies, marked by expressive guitar work and subtle rhythmic interplay.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sad Song Start here — This track opens the album with a poignant melody that highlights Abercrombie's emotive guitar style and sets a reflective tone for the record.
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Wait Till You See Her — The title track showcases a perfect balance of lyrical improvisation and harmonic complexity, encapsulating Abercrombie's signature sound.
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Anniversary Waltz — With its romantic waltz tempo, this track demonstrates rich textures and intricate interactions between instruments, making it a standout piece.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases mature compositions with intricate interplay, though it remains somewhat niche within jazz fusion.
What we noticed
- The album features intricate guitar solos that often weave in and out of the melodic lines, creating a conversational dynamic between instruments.
- Each track maintains a mellow tempo, with several pieces employing subtle shifts in rhythm that enhance the overall fluidity.
- The use of space is prominent; many sections allow for pauses that emphasize the emotional weight of the melodies.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic explorations throughout
- reflective moments for deep listening
- for late-night introspection
- subtle improvisation with fluidity
- ideal for background dinner ambiance
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer concise, punchy songs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Showcases Abercrombie's mature style and continued innovation in jazz.
- Themes
- poignant melodies· romantic waltz· expressive guitar work
- Career context
- Released in 2009, Wait Till You See Her is John Abercrombie's latest studio album, showcasing his mature style after decades of innovation in jazz fusion. This album comes after a prolific period in the late 1990s and early 2000s when Abercrombie solidified his reputation as a leading guitarist in contemporary jazz.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pat Metheny· Bill Frisell· Larry Coryell
Tracklist
- 1 Sad Song Start here 7:15
- 2 Line‐Up 7:18
- 3 Wait Till You See Her 5:44
- 4 Trio 5:14
- 5 I’ve Overlooked Before 7:31
- 6 Anniversary Waltz 9:29
- 7 Out of Towner 6:14
- 8 Chic of Araby 8:22
What to play next
Cradle of Light
2009
Continues the mellow vibe with rich textures and intricate guitar work.
Tales
2008
Sets the stage with a similar blend of jazz melodies and expressive instrumentation.
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