Steve Kuhn - Raindrops [Live In New York] (1972) [vinyl>flac]

This album captures a live performance of another underrated pianist. Steve Kuhn is joined by a dynamic rhythm section. Bruce Ditmas in particular adds a definite and stunning beat to some of Kuhn's own intrinsic compositions. The sounds emanating from the electric piano are very compelling listening. As with bands of this same period there is a tendency for the players to drift into freer deliveries touching on fusion. Kuhn's use of the electric piano is quite unique. He has tended to stick to acoustic in recent years. Listening to "Ida Lupino" there are similarities to the sounds Paul Bley was exchanging through his various groups over that same period. In this regard take the opportunity to be encapsulated by a great period quartet.

Cobblestone Records, CST 9020, 1972

Muse Records, MR 5106, 1976

Recorded in 1972 at Folk City, New York

Musicians:

Steve Kuhn - Acoustic & Electric Pianos, Vocals

George Mraz - Bass

Bruce Ditmas - Drums

Sue Evans - Percussion

Tracks:

A1. Gloria's Theme {Bronislaw Kaper} (5:11)

A2. The Child Is Gone {Steve Kuhn} (3:03)

A3. The Real Guitarist [In The House] {Steve Kuhn} (6:31)

A4. The Saga Of Harrison Crabfeathers {Steve Kuhn} (5:20)

B1. Chicken Feathers {Steve Kuhn} (6:43)

B2. Ida Lupino {Carla Bley} (4:12)

B3. Raindrops, Raindrops {Steve Kuhn} (4:30)

B4. Thoughts Of A Gentleman {Steve Kuhn} (3:09)

Credits:

Producer - Helen Keane

Art Direction, Design, Photography - Hal Wilson

Notes:

Applause edited from original rip retained only in introduction.

Also released on Happy Bird B/90082, Germany, 1976

and Jazz & Blues History, Vol. 60 - Tobacco Road B/2560