Takin’ Off

Album by Herbie Hancock

Takin' Off is the debut studio album by American jazz pianist Herbie Hancock, released in 1962. The album presents a hard bop and modal jazz approach with concise compositions and spirited ensemble interplay, marking Hancock's first appearance as a leader and foreshadowing his later explorations in modal and electric directions.
JazzHard BopPost-BopModal JazzPiano Jazz

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  1. 1.
    Watermelon Man
    7:13
  2. 2.
    Three Bags Full
    5:30
  3. 3.
    Empty Pockets
    6:11
  4. 4.
    The Maze
    6:49
  5. 5.
    Driftin'
    7:00
  6. 6.
    Alone and I
    6:28

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