Eddie Lockjaw Davis – Afro-Jaws 1961 Riverside Ray Barretto Mono Larry Gales LP
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Description
Media Condition: Very Good (VG) Noticeable groove wear and light scratches. Surface noise will not overpower the music.
Sleeve Condition: Very Good (VG)
Medium-light shelf wear, title seam flaking/splitting, corner/seam wear, small pen and stamp on back cover. VG vinyl for marks/scuffs, not abused, nice player copy!
Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis's 1961 album Afro-Jaws is a groundbreaking and influential record that helped to fuse jazz and Afro-Cuban music. The album features a stellar lineup of musicians, including pianist Ronnie Ballou, bassist Ron Carter, and drummer Johnny Coles. The band's tight interplay and infectious grooves make Afro-Jaws an essential listen for any fan of jazz or Afro-Cuban music.
The album opens with the driving title track, which sets the tone for the rest of the session. Davis's powerful tenor saxophone playing is complemented by the band's infectious rhythms, and the result is a track that is both exhilarating and soulful.
Another highlight of the album is the ballad "Afro-Cuban Blues." Davis's saxophone playing is both tender and expressive, and the band's accompaniment is understated and supportive. The result is a track that is both beautiful and moving.
The album also includes a number of uptempo numbers, such as "Manteca" and "Cubana Bop." These tracks showcase the band's improvisational prowess and ability to cook. Davis's saxophone solos are full of energy and excitement, and the band's rhythmic interplay is infectious.
Afro-Jaws is a landmark album in the history of jazz. It helped to fuse jazz and Afro-Cuban music, and it influenced a generation of musicians. The album is full of great music, and it is sure to please fans of jazz and Afro-Cuban music alike.
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