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Booker Ervin

The Book Cooks

The Book Cooks

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Released 2021, US

Vinyl reissue of the classic 1961 debut album by the American jazz tenor saxophonist. Booker Ervin was one of jazz's biggest "what-ifs"; he died young, at 39, from kidney disease, just as he was embarking on another wave of sonic experiments. Known for playing the blues with a deep, soulful resonance, Ervin drew inspiration from field hollers as much as bebop. While often compared to Coltrane for their similar playing decisions, Ervin had a unique approach to expressing the blues. "The Book Cooks" showcases Ervin's fully developed style as a solo artist, serving as a roadmap for the early part of his career as a bandleader.

SKU:4050538681697

Tracklist

  • A1: The Blue Book
  • A2: Git It
  • A3: Little Jane
  • B1: The Book Cooks
  • B2: Largo
  • B3: Poor Butterfly

Genres & Styles

Genres: Jazz
Styles: Hard Bop

Other Information

Recorded in NYC on April 6, 1960, this vinyl has been remastered from the original Bethlehem Records analog tapes. The remastering was done by John Sigmon, with package design by Chris Cyran. Transfer engineers Alex Nappi and Dana Pederson, along with copy editor Dan Piccoli, were also involved in the production process. The copyright for this release is held by BMG Management (US) LLC, with all rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction is a violation of applicable laws. Made in CZ.

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