Hub Cap
Freddie Hubbard · 1961
51 min · 7 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of hard-bop and modal jazz, showcasing intricate trumpet lines over dynamic rhythms.
Hub Cap is an album by Freddie Hubbard, released in 1961. A vibrant blend of hard-bop and modal jazz, showcasing intricate trumpet lines over dynamic rhythms. The album is significant for its artistic exploration within the hard-bop genre, receiving positive critical acclaim upon release. Additionally, it features compositions that influenced subsequent generations of jazz trumpeters and contributed to Hubbard's reputation as a leading figure in modern jazz. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Hub Cap sound like?
A vibrant blend of hard-bop and modal jazz, showcasing intricate trumpet lines over dynamic rhythms. Rooted in jazz.
What makes Hub Cap by Freddie Hubbard notable?
The album is significant for its artistic exploration within the hard-bop genre, receiving positive critical acclaim upon release. Additionally, it features compositions that influenced subsequent generations of jazz trumpeters and contributed to Hubbard's reputation as a leading figure in modern jazz. Released in October 1961, 'Hub Cap' marked Freddie Hubbard's third studio album, solidifying his place in the jazz scene after his earlier works like 'Open Sesame.' At this point, Hubbard was gaining recognition for his innovative approach and collaborations with notable musicians like Art Davis and McCoy Tyner.
How many songs are on Hub Cap?
Hub Cap has 7 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Hub Cap Standout 5:17
- 2 Cry Me Not 4:49
- 3 Luana Standout 10:04
- 4 Osie Mae 6:53
- 5 Plexus 9:02
- 6 Plexus (alternate take) 9:10
- 7 Earmon Jr. Standout 6:16
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