Recorded live at the Village Vanguard, this album showcases Bailey's sophisticated playing and the tight interplay of his quartet. The set list draws from his earlier work, offering a fresh perspective on familiar tunes.
- The album was recorded live at Sweet Rhythm in New York City on October 26, 2008. The lineup features pianist David Kikoski, bassist Marcus McLaurine, and drummer George Fludas. It reached number 23 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart in 2009.
- The set includes Bailey originals like "A Shade of Brown" and "The Last Night." It also features a rendition of the standard "All the Things You Are."
- The recording captures the intimate atmosphere of the club, with audience applause and stage banter included. This was Bailey's second live album released on Candid Records in as many years.
Craig Bailey is a jazz saxophonist from Chicago, known for his work in smooth jazz and mainstream jazz. This 2009 release finds him in the midst of a prolific period of live recordings and studio albums for Candid Records.
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