J[A-Z]Z / p1ck ( Something Else!!!! | Ornette Coleman, 1958
photo Walter Zurlinden / design Guidi, Tri-Arts
Ornette Coleman, Jayne, Something Else!!!!, 1958
While working as an elevator operator in a department store in Los Angeles, Ornette assembled
a group of musicians with whom he could explore his unusual jazz compositions.
Recorded February 10 & 22, March 24, 1958 at Contemporary’s studio in Los Angeles.
”On his early albums Coleman’s attempts to break free of chords and
chorus-structures are hampered by sidemen who are unwilling to follow his cue.”
Ethan Iverson
“freakishly structured tunes”
Rolling Stone mag
Ornette Coleman – alto saxophone
Don Cherry – cornet, trumpet
Walter Norris – piano
Don Payne – double bass
Billy Higgins – drums
Ornette Coleman, Don Cherry, 1958