Lucky Thompson - Lucky Strikes

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Music Review: Little-known record from forgotten musician
Rating: 4 Stars

Although Thompson had gained recognition among musicians, critics and listeners alike for his tenor saxophone skill, his soprano playing was on occasions sublime. The opening "In a Sentimental Mood" on Lucky Strikes easily rivals the famous Coltrane version on Duke Ellington and John Coltrane (1962, Impulse!) - Thompson caresses the melody with such depth of feeling and delicacy of touch that one is left breathless.

Interestingly, the rest of the band play rather discreetly, as if in awe of the leader. In view of the mastery with which he plays the soprano on the Duke Ellington tune and on his own "Mid-Nite Oil", "Mumba Neua" and "Prey Loot", it's not surprising.

There are strong but unsubstantiated rumours that Lucky Thompson is alive and living on the streets in Seattle. He won't talk to anybody. He speaks clearly to all of us on this beautiful record.

Description of Lucky Strikes

Jazz CDs

• Music > Styles
• Pop