Sextant is the eleventh studio album by Herbie Hancock, released in 1973 by Columbia. It is his last album with his early '70s Mwandishi-era Band.
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"Sextant" is a groundbreaking album by jazz legend Herbie Hancock, released in 1973 and now available on CD from SBMK. This record marks one of Hancock's most adventurous forays into electronic jazz fusion, blending synthesizers with traditional instrumentation to create an innovative soundscape that was ahead of its time. Tracks like "Rain Dance" and "Hidden Shadows" showcase his mastery in merging complex rhythms with experimental textures, making this album a must-have for fans of progressive music. Herbie Hancock is renowned as one of the most influential pianists and composers in modern jazz history, having won multiple Grammy Awards and contributed classics such as "Cantaloupe Island," "Watermelon Man," and the iconic album "Head Hunters." The manufacturer SBMK is known for their high-quality reissues and dedication to preserving essential works from legendary artists across genres.