Don Cherry, the innovative cornetist, made waves in the jazz scene with his compelling sound. He gained fame as part of the groundbreaking Ornette Coleman Quartet, which revolutionized jazz at the Five Spot Café in 1959. After co-leading the acclaimed album The Avant-Garde with John Coltrane in 1961, Cherry signed with Blue Note records in 1965, launching a series of dynamic releases as a bandleader. Among these, Where Is Brooklyn?, released in 1966, stands out as one of the top jazz albums by Don Cherry.
This album features an interactive quartet session with the legendary Pharoah Sanders on tenor saxophone and piccolo, Henry Grimes on bass, and Ed Blackwell on drums. Its rich, avant-garde jazz sound captures the essence of the 1960s jazz scene and is a must-have for any collector. Track Listing:
- Awake Nu – Don Cherry (6:53)
- Taste Maker – Don Cherry (6:46)
- The Thing – Don Cherry (5:47)
- There Is the Bomb – Don Cherry (4:49)
- Unite – Don Cherry (17:47)
Deborah Cunningham (verified owner) –
A phenomenal journey through sound! Don Cherry’s Where Is Brooklyn? is truly one of the best avant-garde jazz albums I’ve ever heard.
Theresa Terrell (verified owner) –
If you love jazz, you must buy Don Cherry’s Where Is Brooklyn? The energy of the quartet is infectious.
Karen Harvey (verified owner) –
This album is a masterpiece of 1960s jazz. The interplay between the musicians is remarkable, making it a top jazz album by Don Cherry.