Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

LP-CND-32111

Colour

Black

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

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Extended format

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Format detail

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2023-07-21

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Redeye

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

708857321117

Total Cap

Black LP

Artist

Steve Lacy

Genre US

Jazz

Label US

Candid Records

Steve Lacy is an LA-based singer/songwriter, musician, and producer. He gained recognition as the guitarist and backup vocalist for the neo-soul group The Internet. With his unique blend of soulful melodies and innovative production techniques, Steve has captivated audiences worldwide.

Born on May 23, 1998, Steve Lacy's musical journey began at a young age. His talent quickly caught the attention of industry heavyweights, leading him to collaborate with renowned artists such as Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole. Through his collaborations and solo work, Steve has showcased his versatility as both a performer and producer.

With a distinct sound that fuses elements of R&B, funk, and jazz, Steve Lacy continues to push boundaries in the music industry. His captivating performances and thought-provoking lyrics have earned him critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase. Whether he's strumming his guitar or crafting intricate beats in the studio, Steve's passion for music shines through in every note.

The “straight horn” referred to in the title of this superb album from 1961 is the soprano saxophone, and Lacy is recognized as one of the greatest to ever play the instrument, ranking alongside John Coltrane and Sidney Bechet. Because of the difficulty involved in mastering it’s pitch challenges, very few jazzmen concentrated on it. Lacy is widely considered the first “modern” musician to specialize on the instrument. 
 
 Lacy had long and prolific career and a fascinating style trajectory. At sixteen he began playing Dixieland with the likes of Pee Wee Russell. In the mid 1950’s he played free jazz with Cecil Taylor, and appeared with his groundbreaking quartet at the 1957 New Port Jazz Festival. He made a notable appearance on the 1959 Gil Evens, Great Jazz Standards album. Along the way, Lacy became obsessed with the music of Thelonious Monk, working with him several times including the 1963 Big Band and Quartet in Concert album, and devoted much of this life’s work to the interpretation of Monk’s materiel

The Straight Horn Of Steve Lacy

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