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The Way Ahead /Imp

Archie Shepp, Roy Haynes | Format: Audio CD
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  • Audio CD (16 May 2003)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Import Music Services
  • ASIN: B00002417Y
  • Other Editions: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 251,914 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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Listen  1. Damn If I Know 6:17£0.69  Buy MP3 
Listen  2. Frankenstein13:50Album Only
Listen  3. Fiesta 9:54Album Only
Listen  4. Sophisticated Lady 7:07Album Only
Listen  5. New Africa12:55Album Only
Listen  6. Bakai10:04Album Only

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5.0 out of 5 stars An underrated classic of 60s 'New Wave' jazz. 19 Jan 2007
By Jazzrook TOP 500 REVIEWER
Format:Audio CD
This is arguably Archie Shepp's most accessible IMPULSE! recording as well as being an underrated classic of 60s 'New Wave' jazz.

Shepp is usually associated with the avant-garde but has always celebrated the jazz tradition and there is a strong blues feeling on this CD. The opener, 'Damn If I Know', has particularly fervent tenor sax from Shepp with fine support from pianist Walter Davis Jr. and bassist Ron Carter. Duke Ellington's 'Sophisticated Lady' is dramatic,sensuous and impassioned with great playing from Shepp(tenor),Ron Carter(bass) and Roy Haynes(drums). Grachan Moncur III's 'Frankenstein' first appeared on Jackie McLean's 'One Step Beyond'(see my review) and is given an exciting work-out hear with stirring trombone from the composer.

The CD also includes two bonus tracks from Shepp's obscure IMPULSE! album 'Kwanza'.

All in all, 'The Way Ahead' is an ideal introduction to Archie Shepp's music and should be enjoyed by anyone who appreciates adventurous and passionate modern jazz.
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5.0 out of 5 stars "Way Ahead" of the Field 13 Aug 2000
By Michael B. Richman - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Audio CD
"The Way Ahead" is one of Archie Shepp's best albums for the Impulse label, and in my opinion, finally provides the overall consistency that is lacking in some of the earlier releases. While the tunes are eclectic, from the warped avant-blues "The Stroller" to the fiery "Frankenstein" to Duke Ellington's "Sophisticated Lady," it is the group's approach and telepathic improvising that distinguish this recording. While the group only has three horns in the frontline (Shepp, Grachan Moncur and trumpeter Jimmy Owens) compared to four each on "Four for Trane" and "Fire Music," they get a richer, fuller sound here. Just compare this "Frankenstein" to the version on Jackie McLean's "One Step Beyond." There are so many added horn textures here it's like they are different songs. The addition of a piano-man, Walter Davis, is unique to Shepp's Impulse catalog, and really helps bolster the rhythm section and strengthen the overall sound. The fact that two lengthy tracks, "New Africa" and "Bakai," have been added to the CD reissue makes "The Way Ahead" truly way ahead.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Shepp To Get! 16 Aug 2000
By Stephen - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Audio CD
As an earlier review states, Shepp tended to have some dead spots on his earlier releases. This on cooks from start to finish (which includes two great tracks from his "Kwanza" lp). The addition of piano makes this set his most accessable impulse cd. The piano reinforces the feeling of the blues which as always been present with Shepp, but here there is no denying it. HIghlights include "Frnkenstein" and "Bakai."
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5.0 out of 5 stars What a shame that it can only get five stars! 24 Nov 2001
By Peter Harrison - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Audio CD
Sad world we live in, only two previous reviews for this classic Shepp CD. Ah, well, more's the pity for the uninitiated. At least the reviews were positive, as you can tell this one will definitely be. If you're in the mood for some challenging Free Jazz, Avant-Garde, Improvisational Music, whatever label you'd like to hang on it- Look No Further! This is a wonderful place to start. With the following personnel: Dave Burrell,Ron Carter, Beaver Harris,Jimmy Owens,Charles Davis, Grachan Moncur III,Walter Booker,Walter Davis, Jr., and Roy Haynes, Mr. Archie Shepp created a small masterpiece with this outstanding set of songs! Buy it, put it on, and FEEL IT!
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