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”Organic Saxophone” by David Murray on Palm 31

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”Organic Saxophone” by David Murray on Palm 31

Solo sax.

David Murray performing tenor saxophone solo pieces live in Paris in 1978. He plays both original compositions as well as standards, all with passion and personality. Solo material from two concerts were released on three different labels, Cadillac, Horo and this one on Palm, which was recorded by Jef Gilson. He founded Palm in 1973. Not easy to find titles on this label but I have managed to acquire three so far.

I’ve been exploring several solo jazz recordings lately and I really enjoy the format. I feel that it adds nerve to the performance of a player, especially live. It highlights the artists capabilities in a beautiful way. Will keep exploring and I have at least one other solo performance high on the want list going forward.

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”The Other Side” by The Frank Lowe Quartet on Palm 25

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”The Other Side” by The Frank Lowe Quartet on Palm 25

Continuing my explorations into the work of Frank Lowe.

Been exploring the work of Frank Lowe since the fall of last year and found some great stuff. Started with his work on Soul Note and have listened to some of his earlier recordings lately. This title on Palm was recorded in 1976 in Paris. The recording quality is way below par but the music is great. 

The band consists of Lowe on tenor sax, Butch Morris on cornet, Didier Levallet on double bass and George Brown on drums. The same group that’s on the title on the Marge label, which I posted in the beginning of the month.

All compositions are penned by the leader, except for one tune which is co-written with Morris. Will continue my explorations into Lowe’s work and also the Palm label.

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"Us" by Byard Lancaster on Palm 8

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"Us" by Byard Lancaster on Palm 8

A favorite.

Starts with a lovely drum statement by Steve McCall and then we’re off. Lancaster joins in on alto with some wailing oriental stuff. Sylvain Marc then starts his Fender bass masterclass. This is free jazz at it’s very best. Full of energy, virtuosic technique, furious runs but mixed with lyrical passages. 

On the second tune Lancaster plays flute, and his breath between his statements is so organically present. Love it. He was a superb flautist. The tune is sparse and calming and delivers a lovely ambience.

Then we can enjoy Lancaster solo on the tenor and that’s a treat. His style and ideas are so engaging and you really get to hear his genius unfiltered and naked. Beautiful.

I can’t believe I found this one in a local store. Granted, without the 7” but I’m just happy I found it cause it’s a very rare one. Over the moon. It was recorded in November of 1973 for the French Palm label. Hoping to find more stuff on that label cause there is plenty to enjoy.

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