Recorded in 1996, "Along the Way" features Gordon and his quartet in a set of originals and standards that highlight his sophisticated harmonic sense and impeccable tone. The album serves as a strong example of accessible, yet musically rich, post-bop from the mid-90s.
- The album was recorded in Brooklyn, New York, on April 29 and 30, 1996.
- "Along the Way" features pianist David Kikoski, bassist Ed Howard, and drummer Victor Lewis.
- The release is the third of four albums Gordon recorded for the Criss Cross Jazz label between 1996 and 1999.
Jon Gordon is a jazz saxophonist and composer known for his lyrical improvisations and his work in both traditional and contemporary jazz settings. "Along the Way" was released in 1997, positioning it within a period of prolific output for Gordon on the Criss Cross Jazz label.
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