Name: Eric Dolphy - Last Date (LP)
Brand: Eric Dolphy
SKU: 0wka1OWSsJiBgoyumXJ103
Rating: 3 (2 reviews)

Product description

Eric Dolphy's "Last Date" is a captivating final chapter in the legendary jazz musician's discography, recorded just days before his untimely passing in June 1964. This album captures Dolphy at the height of his creative powers, blending free jazz, hard bop, and avant-garde elements into a unique and compelling sound.

Recorded in Hilversum, Netherlands, and Paris, France, "Last Date" features Dolphy's distinctive playing on a variety of instruments, including saxophone, flute, and bass clarinet. The album opens with a subversive take on Thelonious Monk's "Epistrophy," setting the tone for the innovative and boundary-pushing performances that follow. Tracks like "South Street Exit" and "The Madrig Speaks" showcase Dolphy's virtuosic technique and his ability to push the boundaries of jazz.

The album also includes a hauntingly beautiful rendition of "You Don't Know What Love Is," demonstrating Dolphy's versatility and emotional depth. The final track, "Miss Ann," is a lively and playful piece that leaves the listener with a sense of the joy and exuberance that Dolphy brought to his music.

"Last Date" is a testament to Eric Dolphy's enduring legacy as one of the most innovative and influential musicians in jazz history. The album's blend of technical brilliance, emotional depth, and avant-garde experimentation makes it a timeless classic that continues to inspire and captivate jazz enthusiasts to this day.

This 2020 Reissue LP is pressed on 180g vinyl.

Product specifications

Details

Album: Last Date
Artist: Eric Dolphy
LP release year: 2020
Album release date: 1 januari 1964
Label: Limelight
EAN: 00731451012426
Available: No

Product information

Format: LP
Quantity: 1 piece(s)
Type: Reissue
Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 45 min
Tracks: 6 tracks
Weight: 180g

EAN

EAN: 00731451012426

Other

Limited Edition: No
Country: Italy
Genre: Free jazz
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: Yes

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Dolphy's Late Live Brilliance
3 out of 5 stars
yogiVG_January 15, 2025United States🇺🇸
This is a great late live show by Dolphy and his trio from Halversum. The outdoor playing is particularly enjoyable, with standout tracks like "Miss Ann" and "Epistrophy". "You Don't Know What Love Is" is a beautifully haunting ballad, featuring flute and bowed acoustic bass. The record has a few skips on side B1, which I don't think are due to debris or scratches, so I suspect it's a pressing issue. Apart from that, it's a well-sounding reissue of this classic final performance.
Dolphy's Captivating Final Show
3 out of 5 stars
wilaVG_January 15, 2025United States🇺🇸
This is a wonderful late live show by Dolphy along with his trio from Halversum. The outdoor playing is particularly enjoyable, with standout tracks like "Miss Ann" and "Epistrophy". "You Don't Know What Love Is" is a captivating ballad featuring flute and bowed acoustic bass. The record has a few skips on side B1, which I don't think are due to dirt or scratches, so I suspect they're pressing flaws. Apart from that, it's a well-sounding reissue of this classic final performance.