Ramsey Lewis Trio – Down To Earth
Down to Earth (subtitled The Ramsey Lewis Trio Plays Music from the Soil) is the fourth album by American jazz pianist Ramsey Lewis, recorded in 1958 and released on the EmArcy label.
Personnel: Ramsey Lewis – piano El Dee Young – bass Issac “Red” Holt – drums
Reception
The AllMusic review by Scott Yanow awarded the album 4 stars and stated:”This recording has the trio emphasizing folk songs and traditional melodies such as “Dark Eyes,” “Come Back to Sorrento,” “John Henry,” and “Billy Boy.” Their concise interpretations feature swinging solos by Lewis and respect for the melodies. The music (if not essential) is quite accessible while still being jazz oriented. Worth picking up.”
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