Acclaimed jazz saxophonist Joe Henderson’s sophomore album Our Factor from 1963 is to be reissued although Blue Be aware Data’ Basic Vinyl Reissue Sequence on January 23.
Born in Lima, Ohio, and considered one of 14 siblings, Henderson was tremendously impressed by legendary saxophonists Charlie Parker and Lester Younger throughout his early life as a musician. He was additionally energetic on the Detroit jazz scene of the mid-’50s, enjoying in jam classes with visiting New York Metropolis stars
From 1963 to 1968, Henderson appeared on practically 30 albums for Blue Be aware, together with 5 launched underneath his identify. After recording his auspicious debut Web page One in June 1963, he returned to Van Gelder Studio in New Jersey three months later for his second Blue Be aware date Our Factor, which as soon as once more showcased the tenor saxophonist’s deep connection together with his frequent collaborator Kenny Dorham on trumpet.
As each frontline foils and composers of all of the tunes on this swinging five-song set, the duo set the tone accompanied by a rare rhythm part with Andrew Hill on piano, Eddie Khan on bass, and Pete La Roca on drums.
The album opens briskly with Henderson’s careening “Teeter Totter” and contains one other up-tempo jaunt via the title observe. Dorham’s chic compositional contact is heard on the percolating “Pedro’s Time,” strutting “Back Road,” and lyrical “Escapade.”
Now thought to be a touchstone recording, Our Factor has been extensively critically acclaimed. Writing for Allmusic, Scott Yanow awarded the album 4.5 stars, stating “Even at this relatively early stage, Joe Henderson showed his potential as a great tenorman.”
Curated by Cem Kurosman, Blue Be aware’s Basic Vinyl reissue collection presents all-analog 180g vinyl reissued mastered by Kevin Grey from the unique grasp tapes and manufactured at Optimum. The collection is about to proceed its exploration of the in depth Blue Be aware catalog with titles that span the various eras and types of the legendary label’s historical past.
Order the brand new Our Factor vinyl reissue right here.
