LPCDreissues: Looking forward to the past

Modern and grounded in 1960s hard-bop sensibility, the American pianist and composer Albert Dailey (1939-1984) had perfect control over his instrument. Since an early age he played with cutting-edge musicians, the likes of Art Blakey, Sarah Vaughan, Stan Getz, Charles Mingus and Lee Konitz to name just a few. But despite that, he was an underrated artist during his lifetime receiving deserved recognition only after his death. 'Renaissance 2 November 1977' is his second album, played by a bold group that includes the voice of Cheryl Alexander, Carter Jefferson on sax, Cecil McBee on bass and features both Cheryl Alexander and Adam Nussbaum on drums. Completely remastered!

Track Listing

• A1 Black Raspberry 7:35
• A2 The Dues We Have To Pay 8:58
• A3 I Love You 7:09
• B1 Mimosa 4:35
• B2 Mr. Pogo 7:35
• B3 Gee Monetti 6:05
• B4 Autumn Rain 4:10