Don't Look Away Now!
1969
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Don't Look Away Now! is an album by jazz saxophonist James Moody, released in 1969 on Prestige Records. On this album, Moody focuses solely on his saxophone playing, omitting the flute which he often played. The album features Moody's interpretations of ballads and blues, supported by an exceptional rhythm section. Eddie Jefferson makes a guest appearance, contributing vocals to "Hey Herb! Where's Alpert?".
The album showcases Moody's versatility, with both alto and tenor saxophone featured on different tracks. Critics have noted Moody's melodic inspiration and the effectiveness of his tenor playing on tracks like "Easy Living" and his alto playing on "When I Fall In Love". The album provides a rare glimpse into Moody's work during this period.
Recording Info
Recorded in New York City on February 14, 1969
Track Highlights
- Don't Look Away Now — Features Moody on alto saxophone
- Easy Living (Ralph Rainger, Leo Robin) — Showcases Moody's tenor saxophone
- When I Fall in Love (Edward Heyman, Victor Young) — Features Moody on alto saxophone
- Hey Herb! Where's Alpert? — Features vocals by Eddie Jefferson
- Hear Me — Features Moody's tenor saxophone at its most expansive
Personnel
- James Moody (Tenor Saxophone, Alto Saxophone)
- Barry Harris (Piano)
- Bob Cranshaw (Electric Bass)
- Alan Dawson (Drums)
- Eddie Jefferson (Vocals (track 4))
- Don Schlitten (Producer)
Significance
The album is considered a valuable document of James Moody's work during the late 1960s, highlighting his saxophone-exclusive recital with an exceptional rhythm section. AllMusic awarded the album 4½ stars. A review in DownBeat magazine from September 4, 1969, also acknowledged the album's merits.
On this album, James Moody does not play the flute, focusing solely on his saxophone playing.
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