PAUL BLEY / SOLO AND DUO FROM 70'S RADIO (1CDR)

Recorded live in Stuttgart, Germany, March 19, 1974
Paul Bley – piano, Glen Moore – bass
1. ONLY SWEETLY

Recorded live in Paris, France, January 30, 1977
Paul Bley – piano, Gary Peacock – bass
2. ICTUS
3. MOOR
4. MISTER JOY

Recorded live in Paris, France, 1978
Paul Bley – piano, Gary Peacock – bass
5. Improvisation (Paul Bley solo)
6. I CAN'T GET STARTED
7. Blues

Recorded live in Ljubljana, Slovenia, June 1979
Paul Bley – piano
8. STRUTTIN' – Blues – PORGY
9. COMPASSION – ICTUS – RAMBLIN' – WHEN THE BLUES – CARLA – DONKEY
10. IDA LUPINO

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This compilation features live recordings of Paul Bley from the 1970s, sourced from radio broadcasts. Bley was an artist who constantly pushed the boundaries of jazz—experimenting with synthesizers, orchestral arrangements, and rock-influenced material. This collection focuses specifically on his duo and solo performances, offering a deep dive into the true essence of his piano playing. Also, keep an ear out for the bass work of his long-time collaborator, Gary Peacock. The material leans toward free jazz.