Illusions (Arthur Blythe album)

Illusions is jazz saxophonist Arthur Blythe's third album for the Columbia label recorded in New York City in 1980.^[1]

Reception

The Allmusic review by Scott Yanow awarded the album 4 stars and states "the distinctive alto of Blythe is heard in top form on six of his unusual originals. It's recommended".^[2]

Track listing

All compositions by Arthur Blythe

1. "Bush Baby" - 6:28
2. "Miss Nancy" - 7:24
3. "Illusions" - 4:10
4. "My Son Ra" - 5:59
5. "Carespin' With Mamie" - 7:04
6. "As of Yet" - 5:04

• Recorded at CBS Recording Studios, New York in April & May 1980.

Personnel

• Arthur Blythe - alto saxophone
• Abdul Wadud - cello (tracks 1, 3 & 5)
• James Blood Ulmer - guitar (tracks 1, 3 & 5)
• Bob Stewart - tuba (tracks 1, 3 & 5)
• John Hicks - piano (tracks 2, 4 & 6)
• Fred Hopkins - bass (tracks 2, 4 & 6)
• Bobby Battle (tracks 1, 3 & 5), Steve McCall (tracks 2, 4 & 6) - drums

References