helen merrill with gary peacock trio sposin lp album 2016 made sure Freeman's voice was

made sure Freeman's voice was preserved

Hooker Special 2:32

I Want You Both (With Me) 3:20

The One-Eye Two-Step 3:19

The result is engaging without demanding intensity

helen merrill with gary peacock trio sposin lp album 2016 made sure Freeman's voice wasJazz vocalist Helen Merrill was renowned for interpretive sophistication and emotional restraint. Here, accompanied by bassist Gary Peacock's trio, she explores avant garde jazz territory on this 1971 session. Peacock's deep, propulsive bass playing anchors exploratory ensemble workthis isn't conventional jazz singing. The group creates moody, introspective space for Merrill's vocal contemplation. Her ability to navigate complex harmonic terrain and