Vinyl Reissue Series Commemorates 65th Anniversary of Prestige Records and 90th Birthday of Legendary Engineer Rudy Van Gelder!
Like a fine wine, Coleman Hawkins proves on The Hawk Relaxes that good things only get better with age. Joined by six-string maestro Kenny Burrell, the legendary tenor saxophonist grooves in a mellow mood in this quintet setting alongside pianist Ronnell Bright, bassist Ron Carter, and drummer Andrew Cyrille. A high water mark in his later career, The Hawk Relaxes showcases the understated sophistication of Hawkins' playing as he makes instant classics out of tunes from the Great American Songbook in a style befitting of an evening by the fire, the calm ocean, or a late night with a sweetheart over candles and wine. This quintet, quite possibly the most unique Hawkins ever fronted, delivers a supple, relaxed, and sophisticated affair on par with anything he ever did during this period. Recorded by the inimitable Rudy Van Gelder, this classic jazz album is now reissued on vinyl and is a must-have for both the casual fan and the hard-core jazz aficionado.
"The Hawk Relaxes is one of his best latter period efforts." -Michael G. Nastos, allmusic.com
Features:
Prestige Records 65th Anniversary Reissue
120g Vinyl Reissue
Musicians:
Coleman Hawkins, tenor saxophone
Kenny Burrell, guitar
Ronnell Bright, piano
Ron Carter, bass
Andrew Cyrille, drums
Selections:
Side A:
1. I'll Never Be the Same
2. When Day Is Done
3. Under A Blanket of Blue
4. More Than You Know
Side B:
1. Moonglow
2. Just A Gigolo
3. Speak Low
Like a fine wine, Coleman Hawkins proves on The Hawk Relaxes that good things only get better with age. Joined by six-string maestro Kenny Burrell, the legendary tenor saxophonist grooves in a mellow mood in this quintet setting alongside pianist Ronnell Bright, bassist Ron Carter, and drummer Andrew Cyrille. A high water mark in his later career, The Hawk Relaxes showcases the understated sophistication of Hawkins' playing as he makes instant classics out of tunes from the Great American Songbook in a style befitting of an evening by the fire, the calm ocean, or a late night with a sweetheart over candles and wine. This quintet, quite possibly the most unique Hawkins ever fronted, delivers a supple, relaxed, and sophisticated affair on par with anything he ever did during this period. Recorded by the inimitable Rudy Van Gelder, this classic jazz album is now reissued on vinyl and is a must-have for both the casual fan and the hard-core jazz aficionado.
"The Hawk Relaxes is one of his best latter period efforts." -Michael G. Nastos, allmusic.com
Features:
Prestige Records 65th Anniversary Reissue
120g Vinyl Reissue
Musicians:
Coleman Hawkins, tenor saxophone
Kenny Burrell, guitar
Ronnell Bright, piano
Ron Carter, bass
Andrew Cyrille, drums
Selections:
Side A:
1. I'll Never Be the Same
2. When Day Is Done
3. Under A Blanket of Blue
4. More Than You Know
Side B:
1. Moonglow
2. Just A Gigolo
3. Speak Low
