helen merrill with gary peacock trio sposin lp album 2016 released on the small Golfdish

released on the small Golfdish Music label in 1987

The One-Eye Two-Step 3:19

made sure Freeman's voice was preserved

Hooker Special 2:32

The Cylinder

helen merrill with gary peacock trio sposin lp album 2016 released on the small GolfdishJazz vocalist Helen Merrill was renowned for interpretive sophistication and emotional restraint. Here, accompanied by bassist Gary Peacock's trio, she explores avant garde jazz territory on this 1971 session. Peacock's deep, propulsive bass playing anchors exploratory ensemble workthis isn't conventional jazz singing. The group creates moody, introspective space for Merrill's vocal contemplation. Her ability to navigate complex harmonic terrain and