Randy Weston "Tanjah", Polydor, 1973

Randy Weston is the living legend for Jazz. As a soloist, his piano is so distinctive with his percussive touch, but he also shows his creativity as a composer and as a band leader.

In this recording, he teamed up with Melba Liston, who he had collaborated with from early 60s, and large group of big name musicians. Weston's ability to create timeless music and blend rhythmic sounds with African influence marks him one of the true originators of Jazz. On this recording, you could hear him playing Fender Rhodes, as well as acoustic piano.

The album was nominated for Grammy for Best Jazz Performance by Big Band in 1974 (the award went to Woody Herman's Giant Steps, the another funky electric big band recording)

Side A:
1. Hi Fly
2. In Memory Of
3. Sweet Meat
4. Jamaica East

Side B:
1. Tanjah
2. The last Day


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