Bass Hit!
Ray Brown · 1956
47 min · 13 tracks · classical · bebop · hard bop
A vibrant showcase of rhythmic bass lines and intricate melodies that redefine jazz improvisation.
Bass Hit! is an album by Ray Brown, released in 1956. A vibrant showcase of rhythmic bass lines and intricate melodies that redefine jazz improvisation. 'Bass Hit!' is noteworthy for its critical reception, being praised for its inventive arrangements and Brown's exceptional technique. The album played a significant role in advancing the role of the bass in jazz ensembles, influencing many subsequent musicians in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Bass Hit! sound like?
A vibrant showcase of rhythmic bass lines and intricate melodies that redefine jazz improvisation. Rooted in classical and bebop.
What makes Bass Hit! by Ray Brown notable?
'Bass Hit!' is noteworthy for its critical reception, being praised for its inventive arrangements and Brown's exceptional technique. The album played a significant role in advancing the role of the bass in jazz ensembles, influencing many subsequent musicians in the genre. Released in 1956, 'Bass Hit!' marked Ray Brown's first album as a bandleader after years of collaboration with iconic artists like Oscar Peterson. This album established him as a prominent figure in the jazz scene, showcasing his virtuosic skills and innovative approach to the double bass.
How many songs are on Bass Hit!?
Bass Hit! has 13 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Blues for Sylvia Standout 5:00
- 2 All of You 3:56
- 3 Everything I Have Is Yours 4:24
- 4 Will You Still Be Mine? 3:39
- 5 Little Toe 4:48
- 6 Alone Together 4:43
- 7 Solo for Unaccompanied Bass Standout 2:26
- 8 My Foolish Heart Standout 4:05
- 9 Blues for Lorraine 3:17
- 10 After You've Gone Medley 2:43
- 11 After You've Gone 2:48
- 12 After You've Gone Medley 2:49
- 13 After You've Gone 2:44
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