Groove Elation
John Scofield · 1995
60 min · 10 tracks · jazz fusion
A vibrant blend of funk and jazz, where intricate guitar work dances over dynamic rhythms.
Groove Elation is an album by John Scofield, released in 1995. A vibrant blend of funk and jazz, where intricate guitar work dances over dynamic rhythms. 'Groove Elation' received positive reviews for its innovative approach to jazz fusion, charting on Billboard's Jazz Albums at a time when the genre was evolving. The album highlighted Scofield's virtuosic guitar skills and contributed to the resurgence of interest in groove-based jazz during the mid-'90s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Groove Elation sound like?
A vibrant blend of funk and jazz, where intricate guitar work dances over dynamic rhythms. Rooted in jazz fusion.
What makes Groove Elation by John Scofield notable?
'Groove Elation' received positive reviews for its innovative approach to jazz fusion, charting on Billboard's Jazz Albums at a time when the genre was evolving. The album highlighted Scofield's virtuosic guitar skills and contributed to the resurgence of interest in groove-based jazz during the mid-'90s. By 1995, John Scofield was already an established figure in the jazz world, with 'Groove Elation' being his seventh studio album. This release followed the critically acclaimed 'Hand Jive' from 1994, showcasing his continued evolution in blending funk grooves with jazz improvisation.
How many songs are on Groove Elation?
Groove Elation has 10 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Lazy Standout 4:47
- 2 Peculiar 6:35
- 3 Let the Cat Out Standout 5:37
- 4 Kool 4:52
- 5 Old Soul 5:23
- 6 Groove Elation Standout 6:51
- 7 Carlos 7:29
- 8 Soft Shoe 6:07
- 9 Let It Shine 6:05
- 10 Bigtop 6:32
Release Date
January 1, 1995
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
60 min 22 sec
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