The Dave Brubeck Quartet - Time Out

Artist: The Dave Brubeck Quartet

Album: Time Out

Label: Columbia

Format: 12” LP

Recorded: 1959

Genre: Jazz / Cool Jazz

Description

A landmark record that changed the rhythm of jazz.

Time Out is one of the most recognizable and influential jazz albums ever recorded. The Dave Brubeck Quartet pushed beyond standard time signatures, building compositions that felt both experimental and accessible.

“Take Five” remains one of the most iconic jazz recordings ever put to wax, but the full album is where the magic really sits. From the shifting pulse of “Blue Rondo à la Turk” to the softer, more reflective moments across the record, the quartet balances innovation with feel.

The playing is tight, intentional, and incredibly musical. Nothing feels forced. Just a group at the top of their game, exploring new ideas and making them sound effortless.

This is one of those records that works in any setting. Background, focused listening, or late-night spins. It holds up every time.

Why We Carry It

An essential catalog piece. If you are building out a jazz section, this is non-negotiable. Timeless, influential, and always in rotation.