The Flame (Steve Lacy album)


The Flame is an album by Steve Lacy which was released on the Italian Soul Note label featuring four of Lacy's compositions and one by Bobby Few performed by Lacy, Bobby Few and Dennis Charles.

Reception

The Allmusic review by Scott Yanow awarded the album 4½ stars stating "This adventurous music, with only a quartet , falls along the lines of other brilliant efforts by the leader. On four Lacy originals and one by Few, the musicians tackle circular thematic group improvisations that are never aimless. By exploiting impressive technique and open ears, the players constantly respond to each other and come up with fresh ideas. An intriguing set, worth the search."

Track listing

  1. "The Match" - 9:49
  2. "Wet Spot" - 4:27
  3. "Gusts" - 7:35
  4. "Licks" - 8:16
  5. "The Flame" - 13:11

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