Cannonball Adderley

5 STARS DOWN BEAT MAGAZINE

2LPs ON 1 CD
 

The classic album "Cannonball Adderley Quintet in Chicago" in its entirety. The LP showcases Cannonball and John Coltrane sharing the frontline at a time when both saxophonists were members of the Miles Davis Sextet. As a bonus, Cannonball’s next album "Cannonball Takes Charge", presenting nearly the same personnel minus Coltrane.

PERSONNEL:

JULIAN “CANNONBALL” ADDERLEY, alto sax
JOHN COLTRANE, tenor sax
WYNTON KELLY, piano
PAUL CHAMBERS, bass
JIMMY COBB, drums
Chicago, February 3, 1959.

(*) BONUS ALBUM [7-13]: CANNONBALL TAKES CHARGE
Same personnel as above except John Coltrane omitted; Percy Heath (b)
replaces Chambers, and Albert “Tootie” Heath (d) replaces Cobb on 11-13.
New York, April 23, April 27, & May 12, 1959.

INCLUDES 16-PAGE BOOKLET

TRACKS:

01 LIMEHOUSE BLUES
02 STARS FELL ON ALABAMA
03 WABASH
04 GRAND CENTRAL
05 YOU’RE A WEAVER OF DREAMS
06 THE SLEEPER
07 IF THIS ISN’T LOVE
08 I GUESS I’LL HANG MY TEARS OUT TO DRY
09 SERENATA
10 I’VE TOLD EVERY LITTLE STAR
11 BAREFOOT SUNDAY BLUES
12 POOR BUTTERFLY
13 I REMEMBER YOU

TOTAL TIME: 72:12

DOWN BEAT original review: Quintet IN CHICAGO
“This album points out the similarities as well as the contrasts between Coltrane and Adderley, especially the influence Coltrane had on Adderley’s playing. But a record with an excellent rating must be more than a handy device for comparison and contrast; it must have lasting musical value, be stimulating and enjoyable. This one has all these qualities.” (Don De Michael)