Sam Rivers – Fuchsia Swing Song

180 Gram Vinyl

‘Fuchsia Swing Song’ was recorded in 1964 and all the compositions were by the saxophonist Sam Rivers. His all-star quartet includes the pianist Jaki Byard, the bassist Ron Carter and Tony Williams on drums. The All Music Guide review by Thom Jurek awarded the album 4.5 stars and stated “By the time of his debut, Rivers had been deep under the influence of Coltrane and Coleman, but wasn't willing to give up the blues just yet. Hence the sound on Fuchsia Swing Song is one of an artist who is at once very self-assured, and in transition