Purpose

by Curtis Lundy

Overview

Curtis Lundy only occasionally steps into the studio to lead his own record date, but the bassist never disappoints. The leader wrote several imaginative original works, including the captivating ballad "Ovieda." There are also rewarding tracks composed by veteran pianist John Hicks, vibraphonist Steve Nelson, tenor saxophonist Mark Shim, and Anthony Wonsey (who plays piano on all but three numbers); the drummer is the seasoned Billy Hart. Shim's brooding opener, "Snake Eyes," is a hypnotic charmer that stimulates the group. Nelson's "Shape Shifting" is aptly named, as it keeps changing choruses in a brisk setting. The obvious interaction among the participants in their interpretations of this mostly new material makes this CD one that stands up very well to repeated hearings. ~ Ken Dryden

Product Details

Release Date:	12/24/2021
Label:	Ultra Vybe
UPC:	4526180585077
Rank:	151915

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Curtis Lundy   Primary Artist,Bass
Billy Hart   Drums
John Hicks   Piano
Mark Shim   Sax (Tenor)

Technical Credits

Ian Terry   Engineer,Mixing
Curtis Lundy   Composer,Mastering
Paul Arslanian   Composer
James St. Laurent   Photography
Reid Morris   Design
John Hicks   Composer
Jim West   Executive Producer
Anthony Wonsey   Composer
Mark Shim   Composer
Jean-Pierre Leduc   Photography
Kris Lewis   Assistant
Steve Nelson   Composer
Renee Marc-Aurele   Mastering