Heritage (Lionel Loueke album)
| Heritage | ||||
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| Studio album by | ||||
| Released | 5 June 2012 | |||
| Studio | Brooklyn Recording | |||
| Genre | Jazz | |||
| Length | 61:59 | |||
| Label | Blue Note 509993 27742 2 1 | |||
| Producer | Lionel Loueke, Robert Glasper | |||
| Lionel Loueke chronology | ||||
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| Review scores | |
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| Source | Rating |
| All About Jazz |   [1] |
| Financial Times | [2] |
| The Guardian | [3] |
| Jazz Forum |  [4] |
| Jazzwise | [5] |
| PopMatters | 7/10[6] |
| Tom Hull | B[7] |
Heritage is a studio album by Beninese guitarist Lionel Loueke recorded with Derrick Hodge on bass, Mark Guiliana on drums, Robert Glasper on keyboards, and Gretchen Parlato performing vocals.[8][9] Blue Note released the album on 5 June 2012.[10]
Reception
John Fordham of The Guardian wrote: "There's more to this world-jazz encounter between African and American sounds than its melliflously ethereal, borderline-smooth vocals first suggest."[3] Franz A. Matzner of All About Jazz noted: " What makes Heritage stand out is the natural intimacy of its approach and the organic delivery by a cadre of musicians whose youth, unique talents, and diverse backgrounds place them at the crossroads of today's music."[1] Chris Cooke of KIOS-FM added: "The fusion of West African & jazz musical traditions is impeccably achieved in the latest recording from guitarist Lionel Loueke. "Heritage" creates a sonic landscape that is contemplative and graceful. Steered by the guitar artistry of Loeuke, the warmth of the program is hard to resist."[11]
Track listing
All tracks are written by Lionel Loueke except where noted.
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Ifê" | 7:37 | |
| 2. | "Ouidah" | 6:23 | |
| 3. | "Tribal Dance" | Robert Glasper | 7:14 |
| 4. | "Hope" | Robert Glasper, Lionel Loueke | 7:34 |
| 5. | "Freedom Dance" | 4:40 | |
| 6. | "Goree" | 3:41 | |
| 7. | "African Ship" | 2:47 | |
| 8. | "Farafina" | 5:29 | |
| 9. | "Chardon" | 6:12 | |
| 10. | "Bayyinah" | Robert Glasper | 9:24 |
| Total length: | 61:59 | ||
Personnel
- Lionel Loueke – guitars, vocals
- Derrick Hodge – bass
- Gretchen Parlato – vocals
- Mark Guiliana – drums
- Robert Glasper – keyboards, piano, producing
References
- ^ a b Matzner, Franz A. (30 August 2012). "Lionel Loueke: Heritage album review @ All About Jazz". All About Jazz. Retrieved 15 December 2025.
- ^ Hobart, Mike (26 October 2012). "Lionel Loueke: Heritage". Financial Times. Retrieved 15 December 2025.
- ^ a b Fordham, John (8 November 2012). "Lionel Loueke: Heritage – review". The Guardian. Retrieved 15 December 2025.
- ^ Żywiecki, Konrad. "Heritage | Jazz Forum". Jazz Forum. Retrieved 18 December 2025.
- ^ Le Gendre, Kevin (25 October 2012). "Lionel Loueke – Heritage". Jazzwise. Retrieved 15 December 2025.
- ^ Layman, Will. "Lionel Loueke: Heritage". PopMatters. Retrieved 18 December 2025.
- ^ "Tom Hull: Grade List: Lionel Loueke". Tom Hull. Retrieved 13 December 2025.
- ^ Tamarkin, Jeff (25 August 2024). "Lionel Loueke : Heritage". JazzTimes. Retrieved 15 December 2025.
- ^ "Heritage - Lionel Loueke | Album | AllMusic". AllMusic. Retrieved 15 December 2025.
- ^ Beuttler, Bill (3 July 2024). "Lionel Loueke: GAIA". JazzTimes. Retrieved 13 December 2025.
- ^ Cooke, Chris (16 September 2012). "Last Call CD Review: Lionel Loueke / Heritage / Blue Note". KIOS-FM Omaha Public Radio. Retrieved 15 December 2025.