From Music Matters impressive 33rpm Reissue Series, one of the best Blue Note titles and memorable Dexter Gordon session recorded by Rudy Van Gelder. Audiophile mastering from Original Analog Master Tapes by Kevin Gray at Cohearent Audio on 33rpm 180 grams virgin vinyl pressed at RTI and presented in a luxurious gatefold cover with stunning high resolution session photos.

• Limited Edition of Only 3500 Copies
• Cut from the Original Rudy Van Gelder Blue Note Stereo Master Tapes
• Remastered by Kevin Gray at Cohearent Audio
• 100% Analog Mastering and Cutting
• Pressed on 180gr Virgin vinyl at RTI USA
• Deluxe gatefold cover with high resolution session photos

In 1962, when the 39-year old Dexter Gordon recorded Go, he had already lived a lifetime in jazz. After gaining experience playing with the big bands of Lionel Hampton and Louis Armstrong, in 1945, Gordon became the first tenor-saxophonist to not only master bebop but to develop his own distinctive sound in the new style. He recorded with Dizzy Gillespie and as a leader, and starred in late night jam sessions in Los Angeles with fellow tenors Wardell Gray and Teddy Edwards. After a largely uneventful decade in the 1950s, Gordon made a major comeback in 1961 when he emerged in prime form on Blue Note, recording Dexter Calling. Its follow-up album Go! Was even better.

Joined in his quartet by the great pianist Sonny Clark, bassist Butch Warren and drummer Billy Higgins, Gordon really digs into the colorful program. On such numbers as “Three O’Clock In The Morning” (a standard that was extinct after the early 1920s), “Love For Sale,” his own “Cheesecake,” and “I Guess I’ll Hang My Tears Out To Dry,” Gordon plays chorus after chorus of outstanding ideas in his huge tone. He caresses the melodies, creates solos that are full of swing, wit, and inspiration, and makes every phrase sound personal, fresh and original. There was no mistaking Dexter Gordon for anyone else, and he always gave one the impression that he could play for hours without running out of inventive ideas or personality. Go! Is an album that grows in interest and power with each listen. It is Dexter Gordon at the height of his powers.

Musicians:

Dexter Gordon, tenor saxophone
Sonny Clark, piano
Butch Warren, bass
Billy Higgins, drums

Track Listing:

SIDE A:
1. Cheese Cake
2. I Guess I'll Hang My Tears Out To Dry
3. Second Balcony Jump

SIDE B:
1. Love For Sale
2. Where Are You
3. Three O'Clock In The Morning

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