Digital Works
Ahmad Jamal · 1985
63 min · 12 tracks · post-bop · hard bop · cool jazz
Lush instrumental textures blend with sophisticated rhythms, showcasing Ahmad Jamal's inventive approach to classic jazz standards.
Digital Works is an album by Ahmad Jamal, released in 1985. Lush instrumental textures blend with sophisticated rhythms, showcasing Ahmad Jamal's inventive approach to classic jazz standards. The album is notable for its experimental integration of digital technology in jazz during the mid-1980s, reflecting the era's evolving musical landscape. It received positive critical reception, contributing to Jamal's reputation as a forward-thinking artist within the jazz genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Digital Works sound like?
Lush instrumental textures blend with sophisticated rhythms, showcasing Ahmad Jamal's inventive approach to classic jazz standards. Rooted in post-bop and hard bop.
What makes Digital Works by Ahmad Jamal notable?
The album is notable for its experimental integration of digital technology in jazz during the mid-1980s, reflecting the era's evolving musical landscape. It received positive critical reception, contributing to Jamal's reputation as a forward-thinking artist within the jazz genre. By the time of 'Digital Works', Ahmad Jamal was an established figure in jazz, known for his innovative piano style and arrangements. This album arrived after a decade-long hiatus from recording new material, marking his return to the studio and introducing a fresh electronic dimension to his sound.
How many songs are on Digital Works?
Digital Works has 12 tracks, running approximately 63 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Poinciana Standout 8:28
- 2 But Not for Me 3:34
- 3 Midnight Sun 3:21
- 4 Footprints Standout 5:14
- 5 Once Upon a Time 3:19
- 6 One 7:18
Disc 2
- 1 La costa 5:23
- 2 Misty 3:59
- 3 Theme From M*A*S*H Standout 6:32
- 4 Biencavo 4:28
- 5 Time for Love 6:41
- 6 Wave 5:22
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