Some Other Stuff is the second album by American trombonist Grachan Moncur III, recorded on July 6, 1964 and released on Blue Note early the following year.Blue Note Records discography accessed November 17, 2010 The quintet features saxophonist Wayne Shorter, and rhythm section Herbie Hancock, Cecil McBee and Tony Williams.
Background
Compositions According to Moncur, "Gnostic" is a free jazz piece "which eliminates a pulsating meter", representing the achievement of salvation through the expression of knowledge and wisdom.Liner notes by Don Heckman "Thandiwa" (Zulu: "Beloved One") is the least experimental track of the album. "The Twins", a portrayal of his twin brothers, is built off only one chord; he considered the rhythm the focal point of the composition. "Nomadic" is centered on a drum solo by Tony Williams.
Release history It was remastered by Rudy Van Gelder for CD in 2008.
Reception
The AllMusic review by Scott Yanow states, "Grachan Moncur III was one of the top trombonists of the jazz avant-garde in the 1960s although he had only a few chances to lead his own record sessions. This 1964 set (which has been reissued on CD) was one of his finest... None of the compositions caught on but the strong and very individual improvising of the young musicians is enough of a reason to acquire the advanced music."Yanow, S. [ Allmusic Review] accessed November 17, 2010
Track listing
Personnel
Musicians Grachan Moncur III – trombone Wayne Shorter – tenor saxophone Herbie Hancock – piano Cecil McBee – bass Tony Williams – drums
Technical personnel Alfred Lion – producer Rudy Van Gelder – recording engineer Reid Miles – design, photography Don Heckman – liner notes
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