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Dexter Gordon: Daddy Plays The Horn - LP 180g Mono Vinyl, Limited

                 



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Label: Bethlehem Records BCP36
Country: Europe
Released: 2013
Genre: Jazz
Barcode: 506014962177
Quantity: 2 in stock
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During a period of Dexter Gordon's (tenor sax) life -- when he was deep in the throws of chronic drug addiction -- the artist was miraculously able to reignite his career during the latter part of 1955. After several years of being out of the spotlight, Gordon resurfaced on the Big Apple-based indie Bethlehem imprint with the half-dozen sides that comprise "Daddy Plays The Horn" (1956). While the support team provides Gordon top-notch contributions throughout, it is unquestionably Drew who offers the most in terms of active interaction and his prominence can not be overstated. Nowhere is that as noticeable as the good-natured interaction heard on the disc's opener, the Gordon-penned title composition "Daddy Plays The Horn". In fact it could be argued that Drew enhances the tenor to the point of practically being a co-leader. The update of Charlie 'Bird' Parker's bop standard "Confirmation" is taken at a steady mid-tempo pace, allowing plenty of room for the participants to have their say and not get in the way of the melody. Gordon seems considerably more relaxed and comfortable as he spreads line upon line of inspired improvisation. Drew is once again a real treat to hear briefly taking charge of the rhythm section. The pair of ballads on "Daddy Plays The Horn" are nothing short of stellar and stand as simple, emotive expressions unto themselves. "Darn That Dream" embraces the warmth of Gordon's tenor as his sensual phrasing leaves just enough space for Drew to sonically bridge the gap with his own unhurried and stylish chords. The generically monikered "Number Four" is anything but ordinary. The Gordon original jumps right from the opening and the ensemble lets loose with equally solid licks beneath his cool tone. Drew gets in the driver's seat missing nary a measure to reveal what could easily be his most tasteful contributions to date. The same can be said of bassist Vinnegar, who is briefly spotlighted on an efficient (if not somewhat sparse) solo. "Autumn in New York" -- the album's other essential ballad -- is proof that despite Gordon's addiction, he had retained his singular and precious sense of lyricism. Indeed, the Great American Songbook entry has rarely been permeated in such a meaningful way. The seamless transitions between Gordon and Drew are further evidence of their undeniable bond. Saving what may be the best example of the gathered instrumentalists flexing their respective be-bop muscle, "You Can Depend On Me" rounds out the platter with a bang.

Während eines gewissen Zeitraums in Dexter Gordons (Tenorsaxophon-)Leben -- als er tief in den Fängen einer Drogensucht steckte -- war der Künstler wunderbarerweise in der Lage, seine Karriere gegen Ende des Jahres 1955 wiederzubeleben. Nach mehreren Jahren außerhalb des Rampenlichts tauchte Gordon auf einer Platte des im 'Big Apple' ansässigen, unabhängigen Bethlehem-Labels mit dem halben Dutzend Partner wieder auf, die gemeinsam "Daddy Plays The Horn" (1956) aufnahmen. Obgleich das Supportteam Gordon durchgehend mit erstklassigen Beiträgen versorgt ist es fraglos doch Drew, der am meisten zu bieten hat in Bezug auf aktive Interaktion; seine herausragende Stellung kann gar nicht hoch genug bewertet werden. Das ist nirgendwo so gut wahrzunehmen wie bei dem freundlichen Zusammenspiel, das beim Eröffnungsstück zu hören ist, der von Gordon verfassten Titelkomposition "Daddy Plays The Horn". Man könnte sogar behaupten, Drew unterstütze den Tenor so weit, dass man ihn als Co-Leader bezeichnen könnte. Die Neuversion von Charlie 'Bird' Parkers Bop-Standard "Confirmation" wird in stetigem mittleren Tempo gespielt, was allen Musikern reichlich Raum für einen eigenen Part gibt, ohne dabei der Melodie ins Gehege zu

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Tracklist
 
A1Daddy Plays The Horn
A2Confirmation
A3Darn That Dream
B1Number Four
B2Autumn In New York
B3You Can Depend On Me


Barcode and Identifiers
BarcodeSticker on shrink: 506014962177
Matrix / RunoutRunout side A: BCP 36-A -28227-
Matrix / RunoutRunout side B: BCP 36-B -28227-


Credits
Bass - Leroy Vinnegar
Cover - Howard Stabin
Drums - Lawrence Marable
Liner Notes - Joe Muranyi
Piano - Kenny Drew
Tenor Saxophone - Dexter Gordon

Notes
Recorded September 1955 in Hollywood, California

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Tracklisting is supplied by a third party and matched by catalogue number or barcode. Tracks on the release may differ from what is being sold.
     
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