The Tokyo Blues

by Horace Silver

The Tokyo Blues cover art

A classic Horace Silver album inspired by his first tour of Japan. The session perfectly captures his signature 'funky' jazz style, full of catchy melodies and irresistible grooves. The music blends the soulful, blues-based feel of hard bop with subtle influences from Japanese folk music, resulting in a unique and joyful album from one of the genre's most popular and enduring artists.

Genres

  • Hard Bop

Tracklist

  1. Too Much Sake
  2. Sayonara Blues
  3. The Tokyo Blues
  4. Cherry Blossom
  5. Ah! So