Name: Is That So?
Brand: John Hicks Trio

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Bonus disc: No

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TWM81

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Black

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Double 180 Gram Vinyl with Obi.

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Limited edition

1000

Release date

2021-12-03

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

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735202315293

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2 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

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John Hicks Trio

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Jazz

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Tidal Waves Music

John Hicks Trio is a renowned jazz trio led by the talented pianist John Hicks. With their mesmerizing performances, they have captivated audiences worldwide. Known for their impeccable musicianship and unique style, the trio has carved a niche for themselves in the jazz music scene.
Similar to other notable trios such as Claude Williamson Trio, Dan Nimmer Trio, and Kenny Barron Trio, John Hicks Trio showcases their mastery of improvisation and harmonies. Their music transports listeners to another realm, filled with soulful melodies and intricate rhythms.
Having collaborated with esteemed artists like George Cables and Cedar Walton, John Hicks has established himself as a respected figure in the jazz community. His compositions are celebrated for their depth and emotional resonance.

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In the late 1980s, the renowned American jazz pianist, composer, and arranger John Hicks formed one of the most influential ensembles consisting out of musicians that had played music at the highest level all their lives and gained their status as both stand-alone artists and important sidemen. Each of them had participated in many of jazz's great moments and all shared the ability, documented on many albums, to inspire their fellow musicians to even greater heights. The ‘John Hicks Trio’ had several line-up changes over the years that included greats such as Clifford Barbaro (Strata East, Blue Note, Sun Ra Arkestra, Charles Tolliver), Clint Houston (Prestige, Nina Simone, Roy Ayers, Azar Lawrence), Curtis Lundy (Pharoah Sanders, Frank Morgan, Cole Porter), Marcus McLaurine (Muse, Verve, Weldon Irvine, Kool &amp; The Gang) and Victor Lewis (Steve Grossman, Stan Getz, Charles Mingus, Cedar Walton, Chet Baker). On the album Is That So? from 1991, the trio consists out of some of the biggest and best players in the jazz, funk and soul scenes: on piano we have the Atlanta based trio’s bandleader John Hicks (1941-2006). On drums we have the legendary Idris Muhammed (1939-2014) who to this day is still considered as one of the most influential drummers covering a multitude of genre-transcending styles. On bass we have Ray Drummond (born 1946) who originated from Massachusetts. The Is That So? album was recorded at the legendary Studio 44 (Holland) in July 1990 and released on the Dutch label Timeless in 1991. On this amazing piece of work you’ll find ten majestic tracks (including an excellent Sonny Rollins cover-tune). The album was produced by John Hicks and Timeless Records owner Wim Wigt and is a remarkable outing of advanced musicianship by three jazz-giants in their prime, delivering an inspirational gem of an album.

The first ever vinyl release (these recordings were never issued on vinyl before) of John Hicks Trio Is That So?. This unique album comes as a deluxe 180 Gram Double vinyl edition (strictly limited to 1000 copies worldwide) with obi strip. The jacket features exclusive pictures shot by legendary Dutch photographer Joost Leijen (known for his work with artists such as Chet Baker and Pharoah Sanders), also included is an insert with liner notes by renowned author and producer Russ Musto.

Is That So?

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