Tony Allen – Jealousy

Released in 1975 under Tony Allen's own name with Africa 70 backing, Jealousy puts the master drummer's polyrhythmic intellect directly into the spotlight. Allen treats the drum kit as a melodic orchestra, varying his hi-hat patterns and snare accents to guide the extended instrumental jams. The arrangements allow the horns to weave subtle, counter-melodic patterns that reward close headphone listening.