Herbie Mann

Herbie Mann

acid jazz, bossa nova, disco, jazz fusion

United States

"With a buoyant groove and intricate layering of textures, Mann's music pulsates with rhythmic vitality, inviting movement and engagement."

Quick Start

A good place to start with Herbie Mann is…

Reggae

Reggae

1974

Herbie Mann stands as a pivotal figure in the evolution of jazz, embodying an ethos that bridges traditional forms with contemporary expressions.
Herbie Mann stands as a pivotal figure in the evolution of jazz, embodying an ethos that bridges traditional forms with contemporary expressions. His work opened doors for listeners to experience the rhythmic complexities of music from around the globe, influencing how jazz interacts with diverse cultural sounds and encouraging a more inclusive musical landscape. Approaching music with an adventurous spirit, Mann's innovative use of flutes set him apart in a genre often dominated by brass and percussion. He adeptly blended elements of jazz with bossa nova and later, acid jazz, not merely incorporating these styles but allowing them to reshape his sound. This fluidity created sonic spaces where improvisation thrived alongside structured compositions, inviting musicians from various backgrounds to collaborate and push their own boundaries. Mann frequently explores themes of connection—both human and cultural—through storytelling that balances sincerity with a sense of playfulness. His lyrical narratives resonate with an eagerness to celebrate life's experiences, often depicting moments of introspection against vibrant backdrops. This approach creates a dynamic interplay between lightness and depth, drawing listeners into a shared emotional journey.

Full discography

Herbie Mann's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

66 releases 66 albums 1955–1987
Discography may be incomplete (66 of ~88 albums indexed)
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Jasil Brazz album by Herbie Mann

Jasil Brazz

1987

Brazil: Once Again album by Herbie Mann

Brazil: Once Again

1978

Bird in a Silver Cage album by Herbie Mann

Bird in a Silver Cage

1976

Surprises album by Herbie Mann

Surprises

1976

Reggae II album by Herbie Mann

Reggae II

1976

Gagaku & Beyond album by Herbie Mann

Gagaku & Beyond

1976

Discothèque album by Herbie Mann

Discothèque

1975

Waterbed album by Herbie Mann

Waterbed

1975

Reggae album by Herbie Mann

Reggae

1974

London Underground album by Herbie Mann

London Underground

1974

First Light album by Herbie Mann

First Light

1974

Turtle Bay album by Herbie Mann

Turtle Bay

1973

Mississippi Gambler album by Herbie Mann

Mississippi Gambler

1972

Push Push album by Herbie Mann

Push Push

1971

Memphis Two-Step album by Herbie Mann

Memphis Two-Step

1971

Hold On, I'm Comin' album by Herbie Mann

Hold On, I'm Comin'

1973

The Wailing Dervishes album by Herbie Mann

The Wailing Dervishes

1968

New Mann at Newport album by Herbie Mann

New Mann at Newport

1967

Muscle Shoals Nitty Gritty album by Herbie Mann

Muscle Shoals Nitty Gritty

1970

Stone Flute album by Herbie Mann

Stone Flute

1970

Herbie Mann Live at Newport album by Herbie Mann

Herbie Mann Live at Newport

Herbie Mann Returns to the Village Gate album by Herbie Mann

Herbie Mann Returns to the Village Gate

Standing Ovation at Newport album by Herbie Mann

Standing Ovation at Newport

Monday Night at the Village Gate album by Herbie Mann

Monday Night at the Village Gate

Memphis Underground album by Herbie Mann

Memphis Underground

1969

Live at the Whisky a Go Go album by Herbie Mann

Live at the Whisky a Go Go

1969

Concerto Grosso in D Blues album by Herbie Mann

Concerto Grosso in D Blues

1969

Glory of Love album by Herbie Mann

Glory of Love

1968

Windows Opened album by Herbie Mann

Windows Opened

1968

The Inspiration I Feel album by Herbie Mann

The Inspiration I Feel

1968

A Mann & a Woman album by Herbie Mann

A Mann & a Woman

1967

Impressions of the Middle East album by Herbie Mann

Impressions of the Middle East

1967

The Herbie Mann String Album album by Herbie Mann

The Herbie Mann String Album

1967

The Beat Goes On album by Herbie Mann

The Beat Goes On

1967

Our Mann Flute album by Herbie Mann

Our Mann Flute

1966

Today! album by Herbie Mann

Today!

1966

Herbie Mann Plays The Roar of the Greasepaint – The Smell of the Crowd album by Herbie Mann

Herbie Mann Plays The Roar of the Greasepaint – The Smell of the Crowd

1965

My Kinda Groove album by Herbie Mann

My Kinda Groove

1965

Latin Mann album by Herbie Mann

Latin Mann

1965

Nirvana album by Herbie Mann

Nirvana

1964

Latin Fever album by Herbie Mann

Latin Fever

1964

Do the Bossa Nova with Herbie Mann album by Herbie Mann

Do the Bossa Nova with Herbie Mann

1963

Richard Rodgers’ No Strings. An After‐Theatre Version album by Herbie Mann

Richard Rodgers’ No Strings. An After‐Theatre Version

1962

Right Now album by Herbie Mann

Right Now

1962

Brazil, Bossa Nova & Blues album by Herbie Mann

Brazil, Bossa Nova & Blues

1962

At the Village Gate album by Herbie Mann

At the Village Gate

1961

The Family of Mann album by Herbie Mann

The Family of Mann

1961

Flute, Brass, Vibes and Percussion album by Herbie Mann

Flute, Brass, Vibes and Percussion

1961

Flautista! album by Herbie Mann

Flautista!

1960

The Common Ground album by Herbie Mann

The Common Ground

1960

Mann in the Morning album by Herbie Mann

Mann in the Morning

1958

Just Wailin' album by Herbie Mann

Just Wailin'

1958

Herbie Mann with the Wessel Ilcken Trio album by Herbie Mann

Herbie Mann with the Wessel Ilcken Trio

1958

Flute Soufflé album by Herbie Mann

Flute Soufflé

1957

Flute Fraternity album by Herbie Mann

Flute Fraternity

1957

Great Ideas of Western Mann album by Herbie Mann

Great Ideas of Western Mann

1957

Salute to the Flute album by Herbie Mann

Salute to the Flute

1957

Flute Flight album by Herbie Mann

Flute Flight

1957

Yardbird Suite album by Herbie Mann

Yardbird Suite

1957

The Magic Flute of Herbie Mann album by Herbie Mann

The Magic Flute of Herbie Mann

1957

Mann Alone album by Herbie Mann

Mann Alone

1957

Sultry Serenade album by Herbie Mann

Sultry Serenade

1957

Herbie Mann Plays album by Herbie Mann

Herbie Mann Plays

1956

The Herbie Mann–Sam Most Quintet album by Herbie Mann

The Herbie Mann–Sam Most Quintet

1956

Love and the Weather album by Herbie Mann

Love and the Weather

1956

Flamingo album by Herbie Mann

Flamingo

1955

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Herbie Mann sound like?

With a buoyant groove and intricate layering of textures, Mann's music pulsates with rhythmic vitality, inviting movement and engagement. Rooted in jazz fusion and disco. Start with Discothèque.

What is the best Herbie Mann album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Discothèque" (1975). It's the most representative of what makes Herbie Mann worth hearing.

Who is Herbie Mann for?

If you're into jazz fusion and disco, Herbie Mann is worth your time. With a buoyant groove and intricate layering of textures, Mann's music pulsates with rhythmic vitality, inviting movement and engagement.

How many albums does Herbie Mann have?

Herbie Mann has 66 releases in their discography, including 66 albums.