Last Train from Overbrook
James Moody · 1958
28 min · 11 tracks · jazz · big band music
Lively jazz melodies intertwine with rich improvisations and a playful spirit, showcasing Moody's virtuosic saxophone skills.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- short energetic journey playful improvisational spirit lively melodies for gatherings
- Context
- In 1958, James Moody was in the midst of establishing his reputation as a prominent jazz saxophonist following his earlier breakout on the scene. This album came shortly after his successful release 'Moody's Mood for Love' and marked his continued evolution into a respected leader in jazz ensembles.
- If you like
- jazz, big band music
Last Train from Overbrook is an album by James Moody, released in 1958. Lively jazz melodies intertwine with rich improvisations and a playful spirit, showcasing Moody's virtuosic saxophone skills. Last Train from Overbrook is significant for its demonstration of James Moody's unique blend of big band and bebop influences, helping to shape modern jazz idioms. The album received positive critical reception for its inventive arrangements and remains influential among jazz musicians and enthusiasts. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Last Train from Overbrook sound like?
Lively jazz melodies intertwine with rich improvisations and a playful spirit, showcasing Moody's virtuosic saxophone skills. Rooted in jazz and big band music.
What makes Last Train from Overbrook by James Moody notable?
Last Train from Overbrook is significant for its demonstration of James Moody's unique blend of big band and bebop influences, helping to shape modern jazz idioms. The album received positive critical reception for its inventive arrangements and remains influential among jazz musicians and enthusiasts. In 1958, James Moody was in the midst of establishing his reputation as a prominent jazz saxophonist following his earlier breakout on the scene. This album came shortly after his successful release 'Moody's Mood for Love' and marked his continued evolution into a respected leader in jazz ensembles.
Who is Last Train from Overbrook for?
Last Train from Overbrook works well if you're into short energetic journey, playful improvisational spirit and lively melodies for gatherings.
How many songs are on Last Train from Overbrook?
Last Train from Overbrook has 11 tracks, running approximately 28 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Last Train From Overbrook Standout 3:05
- 2 Don't Worry 'Bout Me Standout 2:34
- 3 Why Don't You 2:25
- 4 What's New? 3:31
- 5 Tico Tico 1:43
- 6 There She Goes 2:25
- 7 All the Things You Are Standout 2:07
- 8 Brother Yusef 3:09
- 9 Yvonne 3:44
- 10 The Moody One (false start) 0:45
- 11 The Moody One 2:38
Release Date
January 1, 1958
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
28 min 10 sec
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