This classic ‘Texas Blues’ LP by Eddie “Cleanhead” Vinson
truly entertains. Eddie as Scott states below is in a grand setting showcasing his
virtuosity on Alto. He is backed by a highly compatible crew of equally great
jazz musicians. If you get down to the ‘Blues’
you’ll definitely dig this, Enjoy!
What makes this album
different from many of Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson's is that four of the
seven selections are taken as instrumentals. Vinson's alto playing has long
been underrated due to his popularity as a blues singer, so this release gives
one the opportunity to hear his bop-influenced solos at greater length. With
the assistance of a strong rhythm section led by pianist Lloyd Glenn and some
contributions from trumpeter Jerry Rusch and Rashid Ali on tenor, Vinson is in
excellent form throughout this enjoyable set. ~ by Scott Yanow, AMG.
Muse Records, MR 5116, 1978
Recorded 22nd
February, 1978 At Wally Heider Studio, Hollywood, California
Musicians:
Eddie "Cleanhead"
Vinson - Alto Saxophone, Vocals (#A2,B1,B2)
Jerry Rusch - Trumpet
Rashid Ali - Tenor Saxophone
Lloyd Glenn - Piano
Gary Bell - Guitar
Larry Gales - Bass
Bruno Carr - Drums
Tracks:
A1. The Clean Machine {Eddie
"Cleanhead" Vinson} (5:30)
A2. Taxi Driver Blues
{Leonard Feather} (5:05)
A3. Corn Fed {Eddie
"Cleanhead" Vinson} (6:38)
B1. When My Baby Left Me
{Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson} (4:54)
B2. Old Maid Boogie {Eddie
"Cleanhead" Vinson} (2:59)
B3. Tenderly {Walter Gross}
(4:32)
B4. Non-Alcoholic {Eddie
"Cleanhead" Vinson} (4:37)
Credits:
Executive-Producer - Joe
Fields
Engineer - Peter Granet
Art Direction - Tamar Zinn
Liner Notes, Cover Photo - Pete Lowry
