Easy Living (Frank Morgan album) explained

Easy Living is an album by saxophonist Frank Morgan which was recorded in 1985 and released on the Contemporary label.^{[1] [2] [3]} It was Morgan's first album released under his leadership in 30 years following his recording debut in 1955.^[4]

Reception

The review by Allmusic's Scott Yanow said: "After nearly 30 years off the scene, altoist Frank Morgan made a remarkable comeback. Despite his years in prison and obscurity, he had not lost anything in his playing; in fact, he had grown as an individual. ... Morgan's improbable comeback after such a long period was fortunately permanent. ... and in addition to being a historic date, the music is excellent".

Track listing

1. "Manhã de Carnaval" (Luiz Bonfá, Antônio Maria) – 6:06
2. "Yes and No" (Wayne Shorter) – 6:15
3. "Easy Living" (Ralph Rainger, Leo Robin) – 6:30
4. "The Rubber Man" (Cedar Walton) – 4:08
5. "Third Street Blues" (Walton) – 5:11
6. "Three Flowers" (McCoy Tyner) – 6:20
7. "Embraceable You" (George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin) – 6:15
8. "Now's the Time" (Charlie Parker) – 5:38

Personnel

Performance

• Frank Morgan – alto saxophone
• Cedar Walton – piano
• Tony Dumas – bass
• Billy Higgins – drums

Production

• Richard Bock – producer
• Arne Frager – engineer

Notes and References

1. https://www.jazzdisco.org/frank-morgan/catalog/#contemporary-c-14013 Frank Morgan discography
2. https://jazzdiscography.com/Leaders/MorganFrank-ldr.php Frank Morgan Leader Entry
3. https://www.jazzdisco.org/contemporary-records/catalog-14000-series/#c-14013 Contemporary Records Catalog: 14000 series
4. Palmer, R. The Pop Life; New Album, New Life for Frank Morgan at 53, NY Times, accessed December 18, 2018