Music Inc. – Music Inc. / Pure Pleasure

The remarkable big band called Music, Inc. remains the apotheosis of trumpeter Charles Tolliver's unique creative vision. Rarely, if ever, has a big band demonstrated so much freedom and

finesse without overpowering the virtuoso soloists who are the foundation of each piece.

Grouped around the core of Tolliver, pianist Stanley Cowell, bassist Cecil McBee and drummer Jimmy Hopps, the music is characterized by a kind of give-and-take that is borne equally of talent

and telepathy - each player seems to communicate with his peers on a higher plane, delivering performances that seem unique to their respective careers. Tolliver in particular plays like a man

possessed, summoning an energy and clarity that cuts through the big, bold arrangements like the proverbial hot knife through butter.

Charles Tolliver, Richard Williams, Virgil Jones (tp); Curtis fuller, John Gordon (tb); Howard Johnson (tb, bs); Jimmy Heath, Clifford Jordan (reeds, fl); Stanley Cowell (p); Cecil McBee (b); Jimmy Hopps (dr), u.a.

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Side 1

1. Ruthies' Heart

2. Brilliant Circles

3. Abscretions

Side 2

1. Household Of Saud

2. On The Nile

3. Departure