Buddy Rich - 1968 - Mercy Mercy (1997) FLAC torrent

Buddy Rich - 1968 - Mercy Mercy (1997)

This CD reissue brings back the finest all-round recording by Buddy Rich's big band. The original version of "Channel 1 Suite" is a classic and contains tenor saxophonist Don Menza's most memorable solo, plus a couple of brilliant improvisations from the explosive drummer/leader. Another highlight is an inventive Phil Wilson arrangement of "Mercy, Mercy, Mercy," and even "Alfie" (a melodic feature for altoist Art Pepper) and "Ode to Billie Joe" come across well. In addition to the original LP program, three selections were released for the first time on this CD. "Chelsea Bridge" is particularly significant, for it showcases Pepper, who was making a brief (and unsuccessful) comeback seven years before he finally returned to the scene. This spirited and often-exciting set is a real gem and is essential. (AllMusic)

Track list:
01 - Mercy, Mercy, Mercy - Josef Zawinul
02 - Preach and Teach - Johnny Burch
03 - Channel 1 Suite - Bill Reddie
04 - Big Mama Cass - Don Sebesky
05 - Goodbye Yesterday - Don Piestrup
06 - Acid Truth- Don Menza
07 - Alfie - H. David - B. Bacharach
08 - Ode To Billie Joe- Bobby Gentry
09 - Chavala - J. Back - S. Harnick
10 - Mr. Lucky - Henri Mancini
11 - Chelsea Bridge - Billy Strayhorn

Personnel:
Buddy Rich - drums
Walter Namuth - guitar
Gary Walters - double bass, electric bass
Joe Azarello - piano
Charles Owens - alto saxophone
Art Pepper - alto saxophone
Pat LaBarbera - tenor saxophone
Don Menza - tenor saxophone
John Laws - baritone saxophone
Jim Trimble - trombone
Rick Stepton - trombone
Peter Graves - bass trombone
Al Porcino - trumpet
David Culp - trumpet
Kenneth Faulk - trumpet
Bill Prince - trumpet

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