David Murray Quartet

David Murray - Like A Kiss That Never Ends (2001) {Justin Time Records JUST153-2}
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© 2001 Justin Time Records | JUST153-2
Jazz / Modern Jazz / Post Bop / Saxophone / Clarinet

As Juan Rodriguez writes in the liner notes, this recording is unusual for David Murray in its lack of theme. Yet, as Rodriguez also correctly notes, the saxophonist's "full-bodied attack and tireless ideas" are themselves a sort of musical concept. In any case, fans of Murray will not be disappointed, even if the album does not break any new ground for the talented Murray. Not that it needs to do so. Murray distinguished himself in the 1970s and 1980s with his affinity for the avant-garde, but that commitment receded (or matured, depending on your perspective) to a more mainstream approach with time.

David Murray - Live at The Lower Manhattan Ocean Club, Volumes 1 & 2 (1977) {India Navigation IN1032CD rel 1989}
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© 1977, 1989 India Navigation Company | IN 1032 CD
Jazz / Contemporary Jazz / Avant-Garde Jazz / Saxophone

I have been a David Murray fan since the Seventies. This live cd will not disappoint fans. Sound is excellent. All songs are very listenable/accessible; don't be afraid of Murray's Aylerish soars into the upper register. Music with great feeling, tradition, and soul.

David Murray - Spirituals (1990) {DIW Japan DIW-841 rec 1988}
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© 1990 DIW Japan | DIW-841
Jazz / Modern Jazz / Post Bop / Saxophone

David Murray mostly sticks to spirituals on this Japanese import, a quartet outing with pianist Dave Burrell, bassist Fred Hopkins and drummer Ralph Peterson, but that does not mean that all of the improvising is mellow and melodic. There are some peaceful moments on tunes such as "Amazing Grace" and a spirited "Down by the Riverside," but Murray's playing is so violent on "Abel's Blissed Out Blues" as to be almost satirical. A mixed success from the masterful tenor.

World Saxophone Quartet - The Complete Remastered Recordings on Black Saint and Soul Note (2012) {6CD Set CAM Jazz BXS 1015} (Hamiet Bluiett)
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© 1978-93, 2012 CAM LONDON / KEPACH MUSIC | BXS 1015
Jazz / Avant-Garde Jazz / Saxophone

The World Saxophone Quartet was and continues to be a potent force on the modern jazz scene. This boxed set collection includes remastered versions of some of their earliest albums recorded for the Italian Black Saint/Soul Note labels during the 1970s and 1980s. These albums feature the original lineup of Julius Hemphill on alto and soprano saxophones and flute, Oliver Lake on alto and soprano saxophones, Hamiet Bluiett on baritone saxophone and alto clarinet and David Murray on tenor saxophone and bass clarinet. This six disc set includes the albums: Steppin’ With The World Saxophone Quartet, W.S.Q., Revue, Live In Zurich, Live At the Brooklyn Academy Of Music and Moving Right Along.

World Saxophone Quartet featuring Jack DeJohnette - Selim Sivad: A Tribute to Miles Davis (1998) {Justin Time Records}
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© 1998 Justin Time Records | JUST 119-2
Jazz / Avant-Garde Jazz / Saxophone

While there is a plethora of Miles Davis tribute albums out there, this one is interesting for the basic fact that this horn quartet attempts to evoke his spirit without the use of a trumpet. To add spice, they employ African drums, with kalimba and voice. Selim Sivad: The Music of Miles Davis is the fifteenth album by the jazz group the World Saxophone Quartet and their third on the Canadian Justin Time label. The album features performances by Hamiet Bluiett, John Purcell, Oliver Lake and David Murray, with guests Jack DeJohnette, Chief Bey, Okyerema Asante, and Titos Sompa and is dedicated to Miles Davis.