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Herbie Hancock, Herbie Hancock – Dedication = デディケーション (VG+/VG+) – LP, JP 1974, No OBI
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Dedication = デディケーション is an LP by Herbie Hancock from 1974 released on the CBS/Sony label.
About this album
Dedication is a fluent, accessible Herbie Hancock fusion set that shows how confidently he bridged jazz improvisation and funk rhythm in the mid-1970s. Released in 1974, the album finds Hancock in a concise, melodic mode, turning familiar themes and original material into streamlined performances with strong groove and clear ensemble interplay. Its blend of jazz-funk energy and polished harmony reflects the period when Hancock was helping redefine contemporary jazz for a broader audience. With its mix of recognisable pieces and fresh compositions, Dedication stands as a solid example of his post-Miles electric-era writing and keyboard style.
Genre: Jazz
Review
AllMusic rating:AllMusic users:A1 Maiden Voyage = 処女船海
A2 Dolphin Dance = ドルフィン・ダンス (デューク・エリントンに捧ぐ)
B1 Nobu = ノブ
B2 Cantaloupe Island = キャンタロープ・アイランド