Description
Tracklist:
A1: Daahoud
A2: Angel Eyes
A3: Lush Life
A4: Think Deep
A5: Barbados
B1: Deeds, Not Words
B2: Lotus Blossom
B3: Everybody Knew But Me
B4: Ruby My Dear
B5: AB Blues / AJ Blues
This soundtrack is not only an aural companion to Low Downthe acclaimed biopic of jazz pianist Joe Albany, based on the memoirs of his daughter Amy-Jo Albanybut also the perfect primer for Albanys lifework. Comprised of Albanys own compositions alongside those of Coleman Hawkins, Max Roach, Thelonious Monk, and selections from Ohad Talmors score, this album conjures both a feel for Albanys own avant-garde, quick-tempo, bebop jazz and a mood that evokes the life of Hollywoods notorious jazz hustler.
The album meets with the deep approval of Flea, who took the role of executive producer and co-star of the film. This is the music that makes me think that human beings arent so bad, writes the bassist in the liner notes. This is the sound that gives me the energy to go out into the world and try to shine a light. As a child, this is the music I listened to that blew my mind; it let me know that all things were possible. If human beings were capable of doing this, then anything could happen.
This soundtrack is a beautiful homage to Joe Albanys extraordinary talent and life, says Amy-Jo Albany. It takes me back in time and breaks my heart. It reminds me why music is as essential as air. And if my dads spirit is still out there dancing in the high blue, I know he isas he used to saydigging it the most.
Liner notes by Flea, Amy-Jo Albany, and Ohad Talmor
Newly remastered audio
LP housed in a deluxe gatefold tip-on jacket
Includes rare archive photos
Contains an 8-page colored booklet
Available on “Olive Green” vinyl (limited to 200) and black vinyl
