Wes Bound
Lee Ritenour · 1993
50 min · 10 tracks · jazz fusion
A vibrant mix of smooth jazz and intricate fusion, showcasing Ritenour's virtuosic guitar skills.
Why this album works
The album is notable for its critical acclaim within the jazz community, receiving positive reviews that praised Ritenour's innovative guitar work and composition skills. It solidified his status as a leading figure in jazz fusion, influencing a generation of guitarists and contributing to the genre's evolution in the early '90s.
- Best for
- for casual gatherings engaging background for work intricate guitar explorations
- Context
- Released in 1993, 'Wes Bound' marked Lee Ritenour's continued exploration of jazz fusion after his successful albums in the 1980s. This album came during a period when Ritenour was seeking to blend contemporary jazz with classic influences, particularly honoring the style of Wes Montgomery.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thelonious Monk· Bob Dylan· Barbra Streisand· Diana Ross· Ella Fitzgerald· Aretha Franklin· Charles Mingus· Dave Brubeck
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wes Bound Standout 5:53
- 2 Boss City 4:47
- 3 4 on 6 Standout 6:07
- 4 A Little Bumpin’ 4:29
- 5 Waiting in Vain Standout 5:10
- 6 Goin’ on to Detroit 4:36
- 7 A New Day 5:30
- 8 Ocean Ave. 4:15
- 9 Road Song 4:46
- 10 West Coast Blues 4:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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