Truth - Featuring Eric Dolphy

Chico Hamilton Quintet

The material selected for these sides is a strong representation of that premise, since it is graded from Chico's jet propelled "Opening", to the moody harmonics of "Lady E". As the artistic history of jazz is written, and its components placed in perspective, the distinctive Chico Hamilton quintet will one day mark a turning point in ensemble creativity.


Tracklisting:

01. Fat Mouth (Vance) 3:01
02. Theme for a Starlet (Keller) 2:46
03. Little Lost Bear (Krevit) 1:48
04. Champs-Elysées (Wiggins) 2:32
05. Pretty Little Theme (Hamilton) 1:51
06. Lost in the Night (Maltby) 3:18
07. Frou Frou (Young) 3:19
08. Cawn Pawn (Smith) 2:31
09. Lullaby for Dreamers (Vance) 2:59
10. Opening (Hamilton) 1:39
11. Lady E (Dolphy) 2:40
12. Truth (Drucker) 3:08

Recorded in Los Angeles, May 1959

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Notes:

"This CD features an early incarnation of Chico Hamilton’s band featuring a then unknown Eric Dolphy. Utilizing cello and guitar in the front line along with Dolphy’s multiple instrumental prowess lends an unusual air to the proceedings. Recorded just before Dolphy’s Prestige debut, one can hear his sound already fully formed. In addition to Gershman’s cello stylings, there is an ambience of familiarity for those who’ve admired Dolphy’s recordings with Ron Carter on said instrument. Nowhere near as challenging as Dolphy’s later recordings, this Hamilton led date is still a joy to hear, with its swinging West Coast vibe and almost chamber-esque feel. “Pretty Little Theme,” “Little Lost Bear,” and “Lullaby for Dreamers” are short pieces that exemplify the pseudo-classical aspect of the band. In contrast “Opening” features blistering Bop tempos while “Cawn Pawn” is a deliciously slinky Blues groove. This short but sweet set is a welcome discovery and a boon to Dolphy collectors."

- Troy Collins

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