The 1959 album "Very Saxy" features Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis in a quartet setting, delivering his signature blend of blues-drenched tenor saxophone lines. The repertoire includes standards and blues, all interpreted with Davis's distinctive gruff tone and propulsive rhythmic sense.
- The album was recorded on December 17, 1958, at Van Gelder Studio in Hackensack, New Jersey. It was produced by Bob Weinstock for the Prestige Records label. The track "Squawkin'" was released as a single in 1959.
- YouTube ID is not readily available for a canonical video of a song from this album.
- The album was reissued on CD in 1991 by Original Jazz Classics.
Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis was a tenor saxophonist from New York City, known for his bluesy, hard-swinging improvisations. In 1959, Davis was a seasoned player, releasing a string of albums that showcased his powerful sound on the Prestige and Cadence labels.
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