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Dexter Gordon - A Swingin' Affair (1962) Genre: Jazz

Cduniverse.com:

Like his other Blue Note dates of the period, Dexter Gordon's A SWINGIN' AFFAIR captures the saxophonist in his prime. Recorded a mere two days after his popular GO! with the same quartet, the album features Gordon's supple, smooth lines radiating with brilliance over the gentle finesse of Sonny Clark (piano), Butch Warren (bass) and Billy Higgins (drums). His improvisations are full of life, always with a touch of the blues, and constantly swinging. The result is a clear portrait of a jazz master in his element.

Gordon's far-off cry of "Soy Califa" kicks off the opener as Higgins' calypso bounce supports the leader's cheerful melody. Billie Holiday's classic "Don't Explain" is given a slow, smoky atmosphere where Gordon's velvety tones hang in the air like a whispering fog. The rhumba/swing combination of the standard "You Stepped Out Of A Dream" is a peppy jaunt and a standout performance. Bassist Warren's "The Backbone" starts with a bluesy bass and tenor melody that gives way to a full-out swinging jam. Finally, the classic ballad "Until The Real Thing Comes Along" provides an easy change of pace before the ending romp of Gordon's own "McSplivens."



Amazon.com reviewer:

As good an introduction to Dexter's great Blue Note renaissance as it's possible to think of, and very probably the best of the lot. Worth buying for the opening track 'Soy Califa' alone - a bouncing samba that unleashes Dexter at his most joyful and propulsive, one of those rare moments when you know you've stumbled upon something really fresh. Few musicians had his ability to really COMMUNICATE with listeners and an audience, and this album gives you an insight into why his warmth and directness were so welcomed at this period. Hard Bop at times, let's be honest, had a tendancy to rather arid displays of pyrotechnics at the expense of creativity and enjoyment. Never thus was Dexter! The accompanying musicians are superb as well, especially Sonny Clark and Billy Higgins, a really tasteful, swinging, cliche-free drummer. Highly recommended.

Personnel:

Dexter Gordon (tenor saxophone);

Sonny Clarke (piano);

Butch Warren (bass);

Billy Higgins (drums)

Recorded at the Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey on August 29, 1962.

Tracks:

1. Soy Califa

2. Don't Explain

3. You Stepped Out Of A Dream

4. Backbone, The

5. Until The Real Thing Comes Along, (It Will Have To Do)

6. McSplivens

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