Don't Look Away Now!
James Moody · 1969
40 min · 7 tracks · jazz · big band music
A vibrant blend of big band jazz and soulful melodies, capturing a transformative era in American music.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- wave-like emotional fluctuations moments of vibrant spontaneity dynamic peaks and valleys
- Context
- Released in 1969, 'Don't Look Away Now!' was James Moody's follow-up to his acclaimed 1964 album 'Moody's Mood for Love'. At this point in his career, Moody was transitioning from being primarily recognized as a saxophonist to a more multifaceted artist, showcasing his vocal talents alongside his instrumental skills.
- If you like
- jazz, big band music
Don't Look Away Now! is an album by James Moody, released in 1969. A vibrant blend of big band jazz and soulful melodies, capturing a transformative era in American music. This album stands out for its bold fusion of styles and helped cement Moody's reputation as a versatile musician. It received favorable critical reception, with particular praise for its innovative arrangements and engaging performances, contributing to the evolution of jazz during the late 1960s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Don't Look Away Now! sound like?
A vibrant blend of big band jazz and soulful melodies, capturing a transformative era in American music. Rooted in jazz and big band music.
What makes Don't Look Away Now! by James Moody notable?
This album stands out for its bold fusion of styles and helped cement Moody's reputation as a versatile musician. It received favorable critical reception, with particular praise for its innovative arrangements and engaging performances, contributing to the evolution of jazz during the late 1960s. Released in 1969, 'Don't Look Away Now!' was James Moody's follow-up to his acclaimed 1964 album 'Moody's Mood for Love'. At this point in his career, Moody was transitioning from being primarily recognized as a saxophonist to a more multifaceted artist, showcasing his vocal talents alongside his instrumental skills.
Who is Don't Look Away Now! for?
Don't Look Away Now! works well if you're into wave-like emotional fluctuations, moments of vibrant spontaneity and dynamic peaks and valleys.
How many songs are on Don't Look Away Now!?
Don't Look Away Now! has 7 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Don't Look Away Now Standout 3:23
- 2 Darben the Redd Foxx Standout 7:15
- 3 Easy Living 5:37
- 4 Hey Herb! Where's Alpert? 3:40
- 5 Hear Me 9:31
- 6 When I Fall in Love Standout 6:13
- 7 Last Train From Overbrook 4:35
Release Date
January 1, 1969
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
40 min 18 sec
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