Saturday, November 14, 2009

Julian "Cannonball" ADDERLEY – Inside Straight 1973


Julian "Cannonball" ADDERLEY – Inside Straight 1973

Jazz

1973's INSIDE STRAIGHT is one of Julian "Cannonball" Adderley's last studio recordings--he was dead within two years of its release. But unlike some recordings made toward the end of a jazz innovator's career, it's as exciting and impassioned as most of the albums that precede it. Despite a somewhat suite-like structure--the first and last tracks are called "Introduction" and "The End," and themes recur throughout the eight tracks--this is a relaxed, swinging album.

INSIDE STRAIGHT features some outstanding solos, not only from Adderley and his cornetist brother Nat, but also from every member of the quintet. The title track and "Five of a Kind" are particular highlights of the group's improvisation, but the more structured, Brazilian-tinged "Saudade" is the album's highest point. This gentle, groove-oriented tune recalls the best work of Antonio Carlos Jobim--no small praise.
From CD Universe.
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One of Cannonball Adderley's late funky sessions for Fantasy -- and a record that still features some mighty heavy production from David Axelrod! The album's got that core groove that Axe and Cannon first crafted together at Capitol in the 60s -- but the sound here has some definite 70s touches too -- a bit more emphasis on electric piano, played here by Hal Galper -- and rhythms that are even funkier than before! Other players include Nat Adderley on cornet, Walter Booker on bass, Roy McCurdy on drums, and King Errison on percussion -- and titles include the excellent "Snakin' the Grass", which is just ripe for samplin', plus some other good grooves like "Second Son", "Saudade", "Five Of A Kind", and "Inside Straight".
From Dusty Groove.
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Cannonball Adderley- (Alto Sax);
Bill Hall- (Spoken Vocals);
Nat Adderley- (Cornet);
Hal Galper- (Electric Piano);
Walter Booker- (Bass);
Roy McCurdy- (Drums);
King Errisson- (Percussion).
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A1. Introduction 0:19
A2. Inside Staight 3:19
A3. Saudade 7:59
A4. Inner Journey 8:35

B1. Snakin' The Grass 6:35
B2. Five Of A Kind 5:39
B3. Second Son 6:29
B4. The End 1:12
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