Norman Connors
Love From The Sun
Buddah Records (US) 1974
BDS 5142 (LP) Original pressing, gatefold sleeve.
sleeve : VG+(CC, RW, SPSE/TOC: 10cm crack and tape on top, damages on corner, wear on edge and corner, light dirts.)
media : EX-/EX-(some light noise caused by slightly hairlines.)
Released in 1974, this album by American drummer Norman Connors—who made his debut appearing on Archie Shepp's 1967 work The Magic of Ju-Ju and later played with Pharoah Sanders' group—features a stellar lineup. Following his previous album Dance of Magic, returning musicians include Herbie Hancock (piano), Eddie Henderson (trumpet, cornet, flugelhorn), Carlos Garnett (tenor and soprano sax), and Gary Bartz (alto and soprano sax). New additions include Buster Williams (bass), Bill Summers (percussion, vocals), Kenneth Nash (percussion), Onaje Allan Gumbs (electric piano), and Dee Dee Bridgewater (vocals). Recorded in San Francisco, the album showcases a crossover spiritual jazz sound adorned with luxurious grooves—highlighted by the shimmering melodies of the Fender Rhodes, expressive flute effects, and floating vocals. It’s simply a masterpiece—beyond praise.
A1: Revelation
A2: Carlos II
A3: Drums Around The World