Herbie Hancock’s “Crossings” is a landmark album released in 1972, marking a pivotal point in his evolution as a jazz artist. It’s the second album in his Mwandishi trilogy—a set of three experimental, electronic jazz fusion records—following “Mwandishi” (1971) and preceding “Sextant” (1973). “Crossings” was ahead of its time, blending electronic music with jazz in a way few had done before. The album is highly experimental, featuring electric instruments, synthesizers, and complex arrangements. It fuses African rhythms, spacey textures, and jazz improvisation into a bold sonic journey. If you’re into deep spacey grooves, cosmic jazz, or sci-fi soundscapes, this album is your jam. It’s not easy-listening jazz—it’s exploratory, immersive, and a bit surreal.
