A trio treasure from the incredible
Sonny Clark – a rare non-Blue Note date from the late 50s, and a wonderful illustration of his powers on the piano! The setting is spare, but the sound is never sleepy – as
Sonny's working here with
Max Roach on drums and
George Duvivier on bass – both of whom make for very lively compatriots in the trio – and help
Sonny hit some fiercely flowing lines on piano! And apart from
Sonny's great playing, the album's also a great showcase for his writing skills too, as nearly never tune's an original – with titles that include "Nica", "Sonia", "My Conception", "Minor Meeting", and "Blues Mambo". Also features a version of "
Sonny's Crib" – mis-labeled here as "
Sonny's Crip"!
(Nice Japanese pressing, with obi – UXP 64.)