Steve Lacy was one of jazz's most distinctive voices, and The Straight Horn Of Steve Lacy stands as a fascinating document of his artistry. Originally recorded in 1960, this album captures Lacy at a pivotal moment in his career, showcasing his deeply personal approach to the soprano saxophone — an instrument he championed long before it became widely embraced in jazz. A notable feature is his collaboration with Don Cherry, another boundary-pushing musician who shared Lacy's gift for balancing freedom with firm musical ideas.
What makes this album so compelling is Lacy's unique creative philosophy, shaped in part by his deep study of Thelonious Monk. Rather than pursuing pure abstraction, Lacy worked from concise, grounded ideas and allowed his improvisations to take flight naturally from there. The result is music that feels both structured and adventurous — a quality that has kept this recording relevant and beloved by jazz fans and collectors for decades, now available on color vinyl via Ojo De Mujer.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Ojo De Mujer
- Genre: Jazz
- Release Date: 04/24/2026
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TRACKS
A1. Louise
A2. Introspection
A3. Donna Lee
B1. Played Twice
B2. Air
B3. Criss Cross
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