There is still plenty of Rollins stuff for me to collect. This title is one that has flown at bit under the radar for me and I’ve never really focused on finding it. I’ve of course known about it and I knew I enjoyed the wonderful calypso ”Hold ’em Joe” where Rollins tears it up. It was on the wall at a local store and I grabbed it. Glad I did cause it’s a beautiful record. Great recording.
The band on this is solid and Rollins is backed by Ray Bryant on piano, Walter Booker on double bass and Mickey Roker on drums. I really enjoy Booker on bass and he has a lovely solo on ”Everything Happens To Me”.
After listening to this original mono pressing this album has actually elevated itself to become one of my favorite Rollins albums. It’s top notch. If you haven’t heard it I suggest you listen to it. I think you’ll enjoy it a lot.