Originally released in 1969 on A&M Records, Walking in Space stands as one of Quincy Jones' most celebrated works, blending jazz, soul, and funk into a richly orchestrated and deeply groovy listening experience. Jones brings together a world-class ensemble, showcasing his legendary talent for arrangement and his commitment to giving every musician plenty of room to breathe and express themselves.
Fans of well-crafted, horn-driven jazz-funk will find Walking in Space an essential addition to any collection, drawing comparisons to other landmark orchestral soul records of the era. Tracks like "Dead End" highlight Jones' masterful layering of electric keyboards, brass, reeds, and flute into something that feels both expansive and refreshingly minimal — a testament to the timeless quality of this classic session, now reissued on 180-gram vinyl by Verve Records.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Verve Records
- Genre: Jazz, Soul & Funk, Pop
- Release Date: 06/06/2025
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TRACKS
A1. Dead End
A2. Walking In Space
B1. Killer Joe
B2. Love And Peace
B3. I Never Told You
B4. Oh, Happy Day
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