Jay Collins - Uncommon Threads (1994)

13 Jun, 11:11
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Artist: Jay Collins, Kenny Barron, Joe Locke, Rufus Reid, Ben Riley
Title: Uncommon Threads
Year Of Release: 1994
Label: Reservoir Music
Genre: Jazz
Quality: FLAC (tracks) / MP3
Total Time: 1:05:02
Total Size: 387 / 154 MB
WebSite: Album Preview

Tracklist:

1. Jesse Reaches the Sky (feat. Ben Riley, Joe Locke, Kenny Barron & Rufus Reid) (08:22)
2. Climbing Ladders (feat. Ben Riley, Joe Locke, Kenny Barron & Rufus Reid) (04:35)
3. Dearly Beloved (feat. Ben Riley, Joe Locke, Kenny Barron & Rufus Reid) (08:39)
4. You've Changed (feat. Ben Riley, Joe Locke, Kenny Barron & Rufus Reid) (08:06)
5. The Great Spirit (feat. Ben Riley, Joe Locke, Kenny Barron & Rufus Reid) (09:27)
6. Played Twice (feat. Ben Riley, Joe Locke, Kenny Barron & Rufus Reid) (06:05)
7. Aisha (feat. Ben Riley, Joe Locke, Kenny Barron & Rufus Reid) (07:01)
8. When Irish Eyes Are Smiling (feat. Ben Riley, Joe Locke, Kenny Barron & Rufus Reid) (06:34)
9. with a Song in My Heart (feat. Ben Riley, Joe Locke, Kenny Barron & Rufus Reid) (06:12)

A fine tenor saxophonist, Jay Collins' CD stands out from the crowd due to its strong repertoire and the combination of musicians. Among the tunes that he explores are his minor blues "Jesse Reaches the Sky," a cooking version of "Dearly Beloved" (which is usually played slower), a forceful rendition of Thelonious Monk's "Played Twice," a rare revival of McCoy Tyner's "Aisha," and a hard-charging "With a Song in My Heart." In addition, the ancient "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling" is transferred into a swinging jazz tune in 5/4 time. Collins has plenty of competition and inspiration from the two other main soloists, vibraphonist Joe Locke (who is in top form) and pianist Kenny Barron, but plays so well that he is not overshadowed. Recommended.

Review by Scott Yanow

Jay Collins - Uncommon Threads FLAC.rar - 387.1 MB
Jay Collins - Uncommon Threads MP3.rar - 154.7 MB