SONNY ROLLINS — G-Man (review)

SONNY ROLLINS — G-Man album cover Live album · 1987 · Jazz Related Soundtracks Buy this album from MMA partners
4/5 ·
snobb
They say true jazz lost his spirit in 80s. It's difficult not to agree with that, but albums as "G-man" (even being quite a rare bird for that decade)show us it's not an absolute truth.

Just four compositions (three on vinyl version), but how much fun and energy they radiate! And don't be mistaken - this album isn't archival release coming from early 70s - Sonny plays live at Opus 40 in New York in 1986!Ok, the reason for this recordings is a bit different - all material was used as soundtrack for Robert Mugge's film "Saxophone Colossus", dedicated to Rollins himself.

Album's opener 15+ minutes long "G-Man" is enough reason to own this album - supported but competent team,Sonny plays inspired and full of soloing composition,almost freer than ever.Another peak is "Don't Stop The Carnival" (12+ minutes long)with some excellent Rollins soloing.Two other compositions are a bit more tradition,but played extremely professionally and with lot of emotions and fun.

The only weak point of this album is it's obviously too short, especially as for live recording (45 minutes only). But you receive a perfect doze of one of the greatest jazz spirit,still alive and kicking in "damned 80s"!
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snobb wrote:
more than 2 years ago
Yes - on Electric Bass!
Matt wrote:
more than 2 years ago
Sounds absolutely wonderful. I must check it out. Bob Cranshaw on Bass?

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