
Way Out West captures tenor saxophonist Sonny Rollins at a creative peak, joined for the first time by bass legend Ray Brown and renowned drummer Shelly Manne. Recorded in 1957 at Contemporary's Los Angeles studio, this album stands out for its unique trio format—eschewing piano and guitar for a bold, open sound that lets Rollins’ improvisational prowess take center stage.
This album is celebrated as one of Rollins’ seminal works, blending inventive takes on jazz standards with a spirited sense of adventure. Its enduring reputation lies in the stripped-down interplay between three master musicians and the exhilarating spontaneity that defines every track.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: WaxTime
- Genre: Jazz
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TRACKS
A1. I'm An Old Cowhand
A2. Solitude
A3. Come, Gone
B1. Wagon Wheels
B2. There Is No Greater Love
B3. Way Out West
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