1. LATER, EVEN 2. HOUSTON ST., THURSDAY AFTERNOON 3. SAME SHAME 4. LOVE CAN BE MANY THINGS 5. SONG FOR ANNIE 6. LAUGH, LAUGH AGAIN 7. FOR HEAVEN'S SAKE
Description:
View From The Inside by Bobby Hutcherson, released 22 October 2021, includes the following tracks: "Same Shame", "Song For Annie", "For Heaven's Sake" and more.
This version of View From The Inside comes as a 1xCD. -
Japanese reissue, part of Universal Japan's Hard-to-get Jazz hidden masterpieces series. Available for a limited time. Universal. 2021.
Recorded on August 4, 5 & 6, 1976.
24bit 192kHz latest remastering.
In jewel case with clear tray and obi. Four page booklet includes liner notes in Japanese.
"View From The Inside" is a CD release by legendary jazz vibraphonist Bobby Hutcherson, presented here by the label Um. This album showcases Hutcherson's distinctive blend of lyrical sensitivity, harmonic sophistication and rhythmic agility. Across the tracks, he explores rich modal landscapes and deeply swinging hard-bop grooves, while leaving ample space for improvisation and interplay with his ensemble. The sound is warm and organic, with vibraphone tones that shimmer over a supple rhythm section, inviting both focused listening and relaxed enjoyment. The repertoire moves between introspective ballads and more driving, exploratory pieces, reflecting Hutcherson's reputation for bridging soulful accessibility with modern, forward-looking jazz.
Bobby Hutcherson (1941-2016) is widely regarded as one of the most influential vibraphonists in modern jazz. He helped redefine the role of the vibraphone from a primarily melodic, accompanying instrument to a powerful vehicle for harmonic and textural innovation. Known for his work in the 1960s and 1970s in post-bop, modal and avant-garde contexts, Hutcherson collaborated with many of the era's most important bandleaders and left a lasting impact through a series of highly respected recordings. His style is marked by clear, singing lines, a strong sense of swing and an adventurous approach to harmony that continues to inspire jazz musicians worldwide.
The manufacturer/label Um focuses on careful, audiophile-oriented CD productions that respect the character of the original recordings. Particular attention is paid to sound quality, coherent album presentation and detailed documentation where available. Releases from Um typically aim to keep important jazz sessions accessible in physical format, appealing both to dedicated collectors and to listeners discovering this music for the first time. With "View From The Inside", Um offers a focused, high-quality edition that highlights the detail, nuance and dynamic range of Hutcherson's performance while maintaining the acoustic authenticity of a classic jazz session.
Modern
32.361
- AcidJazz/DanceJazz 107- Avantgarde/Free 983- Bebop 109- Bossa Nova 340- Cool 75- Hard Bop 155- Jazz Rock/Fusion 748- Latin Jazz 998- Other Modern Jazz 27.381- PopJazz/SmoothJazz 795- World-&Ethno-Ja. 447
