Superb combo of Dolphy and McIntyre here on this splendid album, recorded in 1960 and released the following year. Both players were multi-instrumentalists and they display their chops on alto sax and flute. Dolphy also plays the bass clarinet. As for the rhythm section; we have Walter Bishop Jr. on piano, Sam Jones on double bass and Art Taylor on drums.
The music is quite unique as you’d expect from these two cats. Fantastic intricate and original soloing from both players and you immediately want to listen to the whole album again to maybe pick up something different.
The New Jazz label is truly one of the great classic labels. So many under the radar albums were released on that label and is seldom talked about. I feel this is one of those. I have managed to get my hands on some great titles on New Jazz through the years, but many still remain on the wish list. Been on a hot streak these past few weeks when it comes to this label and have acquired three titles, so very happy about that.
For all you fans of Dolphy that haven’t heard this one I would recommend you take a listen sooner rather than later. Great stuff.
