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3

Stanley Clarke · 1990

46 min · 12 tracks · contemporary R&B ยท funk ยท jazz fusion

Funky grooves intertwine with smooth jazz melodies, showcasing virtuosic musicianship and soulful expressiveness.

3 is an album by Stanley Clarke, released in 1990. Funky grooves intertwine with smooth jazz melodies, showcasing virtuosic musicianship and soulful expressiveness. The album '3' received positive critical reception and showcased Clarke's innovative approach to blending genres, contributing to the evolution of jazz fusion in the early '90s. Although it did not achieve major commercial success, it reinforced Clarke's reputation as a pioneering artist who bridged jazz with popular music forms. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 3 sound like?

Funky grooves intertwine with smooth jazz melodies, showcasing virtuosic musicianship and soulful expressiveness. Rooted in contemporary R&B and funk.

What makes 3 by Stanley Clarke notable?

The album '3' received positive critical reception and showcased Clarke's innovative approach to blending genres, contributing to the evolution of jazz fusion in the early '90s. Although it did not achieve major commercial success, it reinforced Clarke's reputation as a pioneering artist who bridged jazz with popular music forms. By 1990, Stanley Clarke was an established figure in the jazz fusion scene, having gained fame through collaborations with George Duke. This album followed their successful partnership on 'Clarke/Duke Project' (1981) and marked a continued exploration of contemporary R&B and funk influences, reflecting Clarke's versatility as a bassist and composer.

How many songs are on 3?

3 has 12 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·46:26

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Pit Bulls (An Endangered Species) Standout 4:17
  • 2 Oh Oh 4:58
  • 3 No Place to Hide 5:03
  • 4 Somebody Else 5:27
  • 5 Mothership Connection Standout 5:10
  • 6 Right by My Side 5:11
  • 7 From the Deepest Corner of My Heart 1:17
  • 8 Lady 4:21
  • 9 Find Out Who You Are Standout 4:38
  • 10 Quiet Time 1:03
  • 11 Finger Points 3:48
  • 12 Always 1:07

Release Date

January 1, 1990

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

46 min 26 sec