Dewey Redman - Coincide (1974) [true flac]

A beautiful and spiritual record by Dewey – and one that features very stripped down playing, mostly in a trio or quartet format. The players differ from track to track – and they include Sirone on bass, Eddie Moore on drums, Leroy Jenkins on violin, and Ted Daniel on trumpet. Two tracks feature Redman playing zither, which sounds strange, but very nice. Another features clarinet, and the remainder feature Dewey on his traditional tenor. Titles include "QOW", "Somnifacient", "Seeds & Deeds", "Funcitydues", and "Phadan-Sers". © Dusty Groove, Inc.

Impulse! Records, ASD-9300, 1975

Recorded 9^th (#A1,A2) & 10th (#A3-B4) September, 1974 at Generation Sound Studios, New York City

Musicians:

Dewey Redman - Tenor Sax (#A1,B1,B2,B4), Clarinet (#A2), Zither (#A3,B3)

Ted Daniel - Trumpet (#A1,A2)

Leroy Jenkins - Violin (#A1,A2)

Sirone - Bass (#A1-B2,B4)

Eddie Moore - Drums (#A1,B1,B2,B4), Tympani (#A2), Cymbals (#A2), Bowed And Struck Idiophone (#A3)

Tracks:

A1. Seeds And Deeds (4:51)

A2. Somnifacient (7:14)

A3. Meditation Submission Purification (8:12)

B1. Joie De Vivre (3:20)

B2. Funcitydues (3:15)

B3. Phadan-Sers (3:38)

B4. Qow (10:17)

All Compositions by Dewey Redman

Credits:

Producer - Ed Michel

Engineer - Tony May

Mixing - Baker Bigsby

Mastering - Kendun Recorders

Design - Tim Bryant

Photography - Philip Melnick

Liner Notes - Robert Palmer

Total Time: 40:47

Dewey Redman is featured in a few different settings on this intriguing and generally successful album. The best cuts are the originals that match Redman's tenor with bassist Sirone and drummer Eddie Moore. In addition, he is heard on zither on two cuts (one of which is unaccompanied), and his trio adds trumpeter Ted Daniel and violinist Leroy Jenkins for two complex originals; Redman switches to clarinet on "Somnifacient." Although it is interesting to hear Redman on clarinet and zither, his tenor playing is clearly his strong point and the main reason to search for this LP. His ten-minute workout on "Qow" is outstanding. ~ by Scott Yanow, AMG.

George Freeman - Franticdiagnosis (1972)

A legendary bit of funk - and a killer record from one of the most unique guitarists ever! George Freeman's got a sound and a style unlike any other player we can think of - an approach to funky guitar that's often got a really hard touch on the strings, and which gets nice and noisy at the best funky moments. Freeman's probably best known for the few obscure records he cut with Groove Holmes, but this album's his out and out masterpiece - a rare one-off session cut in the funky Philly scene and supervised by DJ Sonny Hopson - and featuring a rare mix of players that includes Caesar Frazier on organ and Charles Earland on Arp! The mix of organ and Arp is really incredible - especially on the side-long jammer "Franticdiagnosis", which runs for nearly 20 minutes, and is one of the most messed-up funky jazz jams of the 70s! Other players include Von Freeman on tenor sax and Dave Hubbard on alto flute - and the album features the legendary jazz dance track "The Bump", plus the cuts "Free-Man" and "God Bless The Child". © Dusty Groove, Inc.

Bam-Boo Records, GR003, 1972

Bam-Boo/Shout, SHOUT-241, 2013

Recorded At Media Sound Studios, Electric Lady Studios, New York

Musicians:

George Freeman - Guitar

Von Freeman - Tenor Saxophone

Dave Hubbard - Alto Flute

Caesar Frazier - Organ

Charles Earland - ARP Synthesizer

Gary Jenkins - Drums

Eddie Moore - Bass Drum, Cymbal

Donald Rivers - Percussion, Gores, Cowbell, Tambourine

Billy Connors - Congas

Tracks:

1. Franticdiagnosis {George Freeman} (19:16)

2. The Bump {George Freeman} (7:56)

3. Free-Man {George Freeman} (8:22)

4. God Bless The Child {Billie Holiday} (5:22)

Credits:

Producer - Sonny Hopson

Assistant Producer - Beverley Whitehead

Arranger - George Freeman

Cover Design - Lewis Buo Anderson

Cover Model - Paulete George

Dewey Redman Quartet - Look For The Black Star (1966)

I have always been a great admirer of Dewey Redman, but this album has eluded me for some time until recently when I was able to borrow a well preserved vinyl copy. Essentially it is an album that clearly showcases Redman’s blossoming talents as great exponent of the saxophone and his ability to write some wonderful scores. Although many will find the album leaning towards Free Jazz it still has elements of Hard Bop that astound. This quartet is truly a very unique experience. Jym Young accompanies Dewey marvelously and the rhythm section comprising of Donald Garrett and Eddie Moore clearly compliment Redman’s transcending arpeggios. It’s a very engaging record. Enjoy!

Although always a bit under-recognized and overshadowed by his contemporaries, tenor-saxophonist Dewey Redman has long been one of the giants of the avant-garde and bop. This early recording finds Redman discovering his own individual voice on five of his frequently emotional originals. Assisted by pianist Jym Young, bassist Donald Raphael Garrett and drummer Eddie Moore, this San Francisco date is quite adventurous and holds one's interest throughout. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide.

Fontana, 888 311, 1966

Recorded 1966 in San Francisco

Alternative cover Arista, AL 1011, 1975

Track Listing:
A1. Look For The Black Star (15:33)
A2. For Eldon (6:24)
B1. Spur Of The Moment (1:55)
B2. Seven And One (13:17)
B3. Of Love (7:51)

All Compositions by Dewey Redman

Personnel:

Dewey Redman - Tenor Saxophone

Jym Young - Piano

Donald Garrett - Bass, Clarinet (#B2)

Eddie Moore - Drums

Nice early set by Dewey, recorded in San Francisco in 1966 with a quartet that includes Jim Young on piano, Don Raphael Garrett on bass, and Eddie Moore on drums. Redman wrote all of the compositions, and the set's a great peek at his early talent before recording with Ornette. Tracks include "For Eldon", "Seven And One", and "Spur Of The Moment". © 1996-2012, Dusty Groove, Inc.