Henry Red Allen - 1957 - World on a String FLAC torrent

Henry Red Allen - 1957 - World on a String

A true classic, this release finds trumpeter Red Allen at the peak of his creative powers with a remarkable octet also featuring trombonist J.C. Higginbotham, clarinetist Buster Bailey, and the great tenor Coleman Hawkins. "I Cover the Waterfront" has a wonderfully abstract statement from Allen, "Love Is Just Around the Corner" is joyous Dixieland, "Let Me Miss You, Baby" is a particularly strong blues (featuring Allen's vocal), and the simple blues line that serves as a melody on "Algiers Bounce" is quite catchy. The other seven selections from the classic veterans are also quite enjoyable. Although the music has its basis in Dixieland and swing, the solos of Allen and Hawkins in particular look ahead toward the future. There is nothing dated about these essential performances; highly recommended. (AllMusic)

Track list:
01 - Love is Just Around the Corner
02 - Let Me Miss You, Baby
03 - Ride, Red, Ride
04 - I Cover the Waterfront
05 - 'SWonderful
06 - St. James Infirmary
07 - Algiers Bounce
08 - Love Me or Leave Me
09 - I've Got the World on a String
10 - Ain't She Sweet
11 - Sweet Lorraine

Personnel:
Leader, trumpet - Red Allen
Clarinet - Buster Bailey
Tenor Sax - Coleman Hawkins
Trombone - J. C. Higginbotham
Drums - Cozy Cole
Bass - Lloyd Trotman
Piano - Marty Napoleon
Guitar - Everett Barksdale

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