McCoy Tyner - Focal Point (LP)
- LP
- 1 piece(s)
- 1976
- 6 tracks
- 40 min
- jazz
Focal Point
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Fantastic album. It began a bit sluggish, making me question if I should resell it right away, but the band eventually came together and served up some truly outstanding jazz, perfect for an era that had seemingly moved on. Tyner's playing is so skilled at times that it almost feels mechanical, and the drumming is, frankly, out of this world. The Japanese pressing is incredibly quiet, placing it among the top tier in terms of audio quality.
An outstanding album. It started off a bit slow, making me question if I should resell it right away, but the group eventually came together and served up fantastic, if not exceptional, jazz for a decade that seemed to have overlooked it. Tyner is at times so skilled he comes across as mechanical, and the drumming, to put it simply, is out of this world. The Japanese pressing is incredibly quiet, easily placing it among the top tier of sound quality.
McCoy Tyner's distinctive modal and quartal harmony approach wasn't something he picked up in a day. It was meticulously refined through countless sessions with legends like Coltrane, Henderson, and Shorter, gradually shaping his unique, adventurous sound. However, it's not accurate to assume that his earlier albums lack depth while his later works are automatically infused with 'the magic'; he could seamlessly switch between his different styles to suit the recording session.While this is very much an ensemble album, featuring a rich array of woodwinds (particularly soprano sax), Tyner still manages to stand out at all the right moments. You'll find plenty of his signature modal playing and blazing single-line work to appreciate here. I'd also call this a drummer's album, with some truly impressive drum solos and percussion work.The recording quality is crisp, though the bass could be a bit stronger. Personally, I'd prefer the piano to be louder and the drums a touch softer in the mix, but clearly, Tyner wanted to highlight his band's collective talents. 3.5 stars. Worth a listen.
McCoy Tyner's distinctive modal and quartal harmony style wasn't something that happened instantly. It was carefully crafted over numerous sessions with the likes of Coltrane, Henderson, and Shorter, gradually shaping his unique, adventurous sound. However, it's not accurate to assume that his earlier albums lack depth while the later ones possess 'the magic'; he could seamlessly switch between his different musical personas to suit the recording session.While this is very much an ensemble album, filled with woodwinds (particularly soprano sax), McCoy still manages to stand out at just the right times. You'll find plenty of his modal playing and intense single-line work to appreciate here. I'd also describe this as a drum-centric record, featuring some truly impressive drum solos and percussion work.The recording quality is clean, though the bass could be a bit stronger. Personally, I'd prefer the piano to be louder and the drums a tad softer in the mix, but it's clear he wanted to highlight his band. 3.5 stars. Worth a listen.
Another 70s gem from Tyner that's shockingly underrated (check out Extensions, Atlantis, Song of the New World, and plenty more). McCoy carried on the legacy of the iconic mid-60s Trane quartet, pushing it into the 70s. It's a thrilling, demanding listen. The sound quality here isn't the best, but the brilliance of the compositions and creativity leap out. You can find budget-friendly copies everywhere, so grab one!
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