Name: Life Time (Tone Poet)
Brand: Anthony Williams

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

4832153

Colour

Black

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Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

180 Gram Vinyl. Remastered from Analog Tapes. Housed in Deluxe Tip on Gatefold Sleeve

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2024-04-05

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Universal

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

0602448321534

Total Cap

Black LP

Artist

Anthony Williams

Genre GB

Jazz

Label GB

Blue Note Records

Restored classics, rare finds, and sought-after releases. Whether you're a vinyl enthusiast or a tape collector, we have something for everyone.

Reissues

Anthony Williams, born on December 12, 1945 in Chicago, Illinois, was a legendary jazz/Fusion drummer known as Tony Williams. He gained recognition for his fusion project and his band with John McLaughlin. In the 60's, he was part of a renowned group and toured extensively with Herbie Hancock's V.S.O.P band. Tragically, he passed away at the age of 51 due to a heart attack after gall bladder surgery in 1997.
Williams' influential drumming style has made him highly regarded among drummers worldwide. His contributions to the music industry have left an indelible mark on jazz and fusion genres. Throughout his career, he collaborated with notable artists such as John McLaughlin and Herbie Hancock.
Although Anthony Williams is no longer with us, his legacy lives on through his groundbreaking work and the inspiration he continues to provide to aspiring musicians. His impact can be felt in the works of similar artists like Elvin Jones, Andrew Hill, Max Roach, Freddie Hubbard, Eric Dolphy, Joe Henderson, and many others.

Newest Listed Items

Drummer Tony Williams had joined Miles Davis’ band and played on landmark Blue Note albums by the time he recorded his 1964 debut album&nbsp;Life Time&nbsp;at age 18. These five adventurous original compositions featured Sam Rivers, Bobby Hutcherson, Herbie Hancock, Ron Carter, Gary Peacock and Richard Davis. This stereo Tone Poet Vinyl Edition was produced by Joe Harley, mastered by Kevin Gray from the original analog master tapes, pressed on 180g vinyl at RTI, and packaged in a deluxe gatefold tip-on jacket.

Life Time (Tone Poet)

Music GB

Discover Life Time by Anthony Williams. A landmark debut album featuring adventurous compositions and an all-star lineup. Available on vinyl at Rough Trade.