Lee-Way Explained

Leeway is an album by American jazz trumpeter Lee Morgan recorded on April 28, 1960 and released on Blue Note the following year. Morgan's quintet features saxophonist Jackie McLean and rhythm section Bobby Timmons, Paul Chambers and Art Blakey.

Background

"The Lion and the Wolff" is dedicated to producers Alfred Lion and Francis Wolff.

Reception

The AllMusic review by Scott Yanow states, "The music is essentially hard bop with a strong dose of soul; the very distinctive styles of the principals are the main reasons to acquire this enjoyable music."^[2]

Track listing

Side 1

1. "These Are Soulful Days" (Massey) – 9:25
2. "The Lion and the Wolff" (Morgan) – 9:40

Side 2

1. "Midtown Blues" (McLean) – 12:09
2. "Nakatini Suite" (Massey) – 8:09

Personnel

Musicians

• Lee Morgan – trumpet
• Jackie McLean – alto saxophone
• Bobby Timmons – piano
• Paul Chambers – bass
• Art Blakey – drums

Technical personnel

• Alfred Lion – producer
• Rudy Van Gelder – recording engineer, mastering
• Reid Miles – cover design
• Francis Wolff – photography
• Nat Hentoff – liner notes

Notes and References

1. https://books.google.com/books?id=AiEEAAAAMBAJ&q=lee+way&pg=PA51 Billboard May 15, 1961
2. Yanow, S. Allmusic Review accessed November 16, 2011