1 1

Herbie Hancock

Maiden Voyage [ Vinyl / 12" Album ]

Maiden Voyage

SKU: V81026 Barcode: 0602435931968
£24.81
£29.99 £24.81
Sale Sold out
Taxes included. Shipping calculated at checkout.
Split into 3 interest-free payments on purchases over £30
T&C Apply. Credit subject to status.
Make 3 interest-free payments. Available for orders over £30.
T&C Apply. Credit subject to status.

Format: Vinyl / 12" Album

View full details

  • Released Date: 24 Sep 2021

  • Genre: Jazz

Our Take

A jazzy journey through the deep blue sea of musical exploration awaits you with Herbie Hancock's classic album "Maiden Voyage". This is not your average cruise ship experience, folks. No, this is more like sailing on a pirate ship with Captain Hancock at the helm, steering us through uncharted waters of creativity and innovation.

The opening track "Maiden Voyage" sets the tone for the rest of the album, with its dreamy piano melodies and hypnotic rhythms that are as smooth as a freshly shaved dolphin gliding through the ocean. This is music that takes you on a voyage of the mind, body, and soul, with every note and harmony carefully crafted to mesmerize and captivate.

One of the standout tracks on this album is "Dolphin Dance", which is like a delightful frolic in the waves with our aquatic friends. The playful interplay between Hancock's piano, Ron Carter's bass, and Tony Williams' drums is a joy to listen to, like a musical conversation between old pals who can finish each other's musical sentences.

In summary, "Maiden Voyage" is a timeless masterpiece that showcases Herbie Hancock's genius and creativity in full bloom. So grab your life jacket, hop on board, and let the music take you on a magical journey that you won't soon forget. Smooth sailing, everyone!

Track Listing

Delivery & Returns

Delivery 

  • FREE UK delivery on orders over £20.
  • Orders under £20 - £2.99 Postage Fee.
  • Next Day Delivery and International Shipping Options Available.

When Will My Order Arrive?

  • Usually dispatched within 24 hours.
  • Standard Delivery is a Royal Mail Tracked 48 Service and usually arrives within 2-3 working days, including Saturdays.
  • Express Delivery is either Royal Mail Tracked 24, or DPD service, for delivery within 24 hours.
  • Order before 2pm for next day delivery.
  • We’ll aim to dispatch pre-orders so that you receive them on the release date.
  • For orders back in stock soon, we expect to receive more stock within a week and will dispatch your order as soon as the stock has arrived.

Returns

  • We’re happy to accept returns for unwanted items provided that they’re returned within 14 days of receipt, unopened, unused and in perfect condition.

From the same artist

About the artist

Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock is the undisputed king of jazz fusion, a musical alchemist who has been pushing boundaries and challenging musical conventions for over five decades. With a career that spans from his groundbreaking work with Miles Davis in the 1960s to his Grammy-winning albums in the 21st century, Hancock is a true icon of modern music. Born in Chicago in 1940, Hancock quickly made a name for himself as a prodigious pianist, earning a scholarship to study at the prestigious Juilliard School of Music at the age of 11. But it was his groundbreaking work with Davis on albums like "Maiden Voyage" and "Head Hunters" that truly cemented his status as a musical visionary. Hancock's music is a heady blend of jazz, funk, and electronic music, with his signature blend of harmony and rhythm creating a sound that is both innovative and timeless. Tracks like "Chameleon" and "Watermelon Man" showcase his ability to fuse disparate musical elements into a seamless whole, while his collaborations with artists like Joni Mitchell and Stevie Wonder demonstrate his versatility and creativity. But Hancock is more than just a musician – he is also a tireless innovator and educator, constantly pushing the boundaries of technology and creativity in his pursuit of musical excellence. From his pioneering work with synthesizers in the 1970s to his recent experiments with virtual reality and artificial intelligence, Hancock is always looking towards the future, eager to explore new frontiers in music and technology. With a career that has spanned multiple genres and generations, Herbie Hancock is a true musical legend, a visionary artist who continues to inspire and challenge audiences around the world. He may have won 14 Grammy Awards, but for Hancock, the music is always the most important thing. And for that, we salute him.

More about the artist >

You may also like