John Coltrane - Blue Train (1957)

John Coltrane - Blue Train (1957)

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The personnel on Blue Train is arguably as impressive as what they're playing. Joining Coltrane (tenor sax) are Lee Morgan (trumpet), Curtis Fuller (trombone), Kenny Drew (piano), Paul Chambers (bass), and Philly Joe Jones (drums).



The triple horn arrangements incorporate an additional sonic density that remains a trademark unique to both this band and album. Of particular note is Fuller's even-toned trombone, which bops throughout the title track as well as the frenetic "Moments Notice." Other solos include Paul Chambers' subtly understated riffs on "Blue Train" as well as the high energy and impact from contributions by Lee Morgan and Kenny Drew during "Locomotion." The track likewise features some brief but vital contributions from Philly Joe Jones -- whose efforts throughout the record stand among his personal best. Of the five sides that comprise the original Blue Train, the Jerome Kern/Johnny Mercer ballad "I'm Old Fashioned" is the only standard; in terms of unadulterated sentiment, this version is arguably untouchable.



Fuller's rich tones and Drew's tastefully executed solos cleanly wrap around Jones' steadily languid rhythms. Without reservation, Blue Train can easily be considered in and among the most important and influential entries not only of John Coltrane's career, but of the entire genre of jazz music as well.



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Tracklist:

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01 - Blue Train

02 - Moment's Notice

03 - Locomotion

04 - I'm Old Fashioned

05 - Lazy Bird

06 - Blue Train (alt. take 1) (bonus track)

07 - Blue Train (alt. take 2) (bonus track)

08 - Lazy Bird (alt. take) (bonus track)



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{2014 Japan SHM-CD Blue Note 24-bit Remaster}





Personnel:

John Coltrane - tenor sax

Lee Morgan - trumpet

Curtis Fuller - trombone

Kenny Drew - piano

Paul Chambers - bass

"Philly" Joe Jones - drum