Product details
- Label Original Jazz Classics
- Artist Sonny Rollins
- Format 1LP
- Country United States
- Released Date 2009
- Genre Jazz
- Sealed Yes
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Way Out West by Sonny Rollins.
Rollins at his creative peak with incredible harmonic innovation and rhythmic drive.
Musical Analysis:
Sonny Rollins leads with distinctive artistry, creating intricate interplay between musicians. The harmonic progressions and rhythm section showcase the evolution of jazz with spontaneous brilliance.
Album Story:
"Way Out West" by Sonny Rollins is not just an album; it's a remarkable sonic journey that redefined the boundaries of jazz when it was released in 1957. Recorded in a minimalist setting with just Rollins on tenor saxophone, accompanied by the impeccable rhythm section of bassist David Izenson and drummer Elvin Jones, this album captures a raw and unfiltered essence of jazz. Its uniqueness lies in the boldness of its arrangements and Rollins’ innovative improvisational style that showcases a deep connection between the musicians. Songs like "I'm an Old Cowhand (From the Rio Grande)" and "Wagon Wheels" effortlessly blend playful storytelling with sophisticated melodic lines, embodying the adventurous spirit of the American West—a metaphor for Rollins’ own artistic exploration.
What makes "Way Out West" essential for any jazz enthusiast is its influence on future generations of musicians and its enduring appeal. This album is more than a collection of tracks; it is a benchmark that illuminated the potential for trio formats
Pressing Details:
Track Listing:
A1. I'm An Old Cowhand
A2. Solitude
A3. Come, Gone
B1. Wagon Wheels
B2. There Is No Greater Love
B3. Way Out West
Credits:
Ray Brown - Bass
Shelly Manne - Drums
Roy DuNann - Engineer [Sound By]
Lester Koenig - Liner Notes [June 6, 1957]
William Claxton - Photography By [Cover Photo Of Sonny Rollins Is By], Cover [Cover Photo Of Sonny Rollins Is By], Photography By [Liner Photo By]
Lester Koenig - Producer [Produced By]
Phil De Lancie - Remastered By [1988]
Sonny Rollins - Tenor Saxophone
Notes:
2009 repress of the 1988 remaster. Plain white paper inner sleeve with rounded corners and center cutout. Yellow 'Contemporary Records' labels. 'Original Jazz Classics' logo NOT printed on cover.
Originally released 1957
Recorded at Contemporary's studio in Los Angeles; March 7, 1957
Remastered at Fantasy Studios, Berkeley
Photography on the back cover: Lester Koenig
Album front & back cover © 1957 by Contemporary Records, Inc.
Etched runouts as on release: "OJC-337 A ₁ RE₂" and "OJC-337 B ₁ RE₂"
Sound Quality:
Exceptional dynamic range captures every nuance – tight bass, warm midrange, crisp highs. High-quality pressing with excellent tracking and quiet surfaces.
Collector's Notes:
Essential for serious collectors – a piece of musical history with lasting value.
Artist: Sonny Rollins
Format: 1LP
Genre: Jazz
Label: Original Jazz Classics
Catalog Number: OJC-337
Release Year: 2009
Country: United States
Condition: Sealed (New)
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