Jazz Archives

Also released by the Freedom label, this was trumpeter Charles Tolliver's full-length album as a leader. One of the top brassmen to emerge during the era (although he never quite lived up to his potential), Tolliver had the fat tone of a Freddie Hubbard, the adventurous spirit of Woody Shaw and a somewhat original conception of his own that bridged the gap between hard bop and the avant-garde. He performs six of his originals with pianist Herbie Hancock, bassist Ron Carter, drummer Joe Chambers and (on three of the selections) altoist Gary Bartz. This explorative and stirring music is well worth investigating.

:::Review by Scott Yanow:::

Charles Tolliver - Paper Man (1968)

A1. Earl's World 4:23
A2. Peace With Myself 9:37
A3. Right Now 5:47
B1. Household Of Saud 6:06
B2. Lil's Paradise 7:05
B3. Paper Man 6:11

Credits
Bass - Ron Carter
Composed By, Trumpet, Producer - Charles Tolliver
Drums - Joe Chambers
Piano - Herbie Hancock
Saxophone [Alto] - Gary Bartz (tracks: B1 to B3)