1991 CD Enja R2-79625
1990 CD Rhino 79625
1982 CD Mesa Blue Moon 79625
1991 CS Enja R4-79625
1997 CD Enja 4016
The uncommon instrumentation and the original music by David Friedman inspired Chet Baker to one of his most intense recordings.
This one is a bit unusual since the trumpeter is accompanied by David
Friedman (on vibes and marimba), bassist Buster Williams and drummer
Joe Chambers. The music (which includes two takes of "3+15") is
somewhat challenging ("The Song Is You" is the only standard) and it
inspires Baker to come up with some lyrical statements. There are many
Chet Baker recordings from his final decade and his true fans will want
to pick up this one.
Scott Yanow, All-Music Guide
A late era Chet Baker classic
This album was recorded in 1982, 6 years before Chet Baker's untimely
death, but you can hardly tell this from his outstanding playing. He
plays as beautifully as ever. Vibraphonist David Friedman enhances
these songs, but the definite highlight is Chet's sweet trumpet,
perfect in every way. It is not a superb band, but his playing
certainly makes up for it.
A music fan from Boulder, Colorado , December 19, 1999