Afro Blue

Afro Blue is a masterclass in the percussive potential of the piano. McCoy Tyner transforms the keyboard into a battery of drums, utilizing his signature fourth-chords and heavy left-hand drones to create a foundation that feels both ancient and futuristic. The album captures a specific intersection of African rhythmic sensibilities and the sophisticated harmonic language of post-bop jazz. It is music that feels physically large, occupying every corner of the room with its resonant low end and sparkling, staccato treble runs.

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