Hot is a live album by Canadian jazz pianist Paul Bley recorded in 1985 and released on the Italian Soul Note label.Soul Note discography accessed October 27, 2011.
Reception The Allmusic review by Ron Wynn awarded the album 2½ stars, stating: "Excellent playing by Bley keeps things moving on this '85 date. The songs vary in quality, but Bley's moving, teeming solos are consistently impressive, and the production and sound are excellent."Wynn, R. Allmusic review accessed October 27, 2011.
Track listing All compositions by Paul Bley except as indicated "When Will the Blues Leave?" (Ornette Coleman) – 12:15 "Around Again" (Carla Bley) – 8:04 "How Long" – 5:03 "Mazatlan" – 10:50 "Syndrome" (Carla Bley) – 8:00 Recorded at Lush Life in New York City on March 10, 1985.
Personnel Paul Bley — piano John Scofield — guitar Steve Swallow — electric bass Barry Altschul — drums
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