{"product_id":"blessing-2","title":"Blessing","description":"Personnel: David \"Fathead\" Newman (flute, tenor saxophone); Peter Bernstein (guitar); David Leonhardt (piano); Steve Nelson (vibraphone); John McNegon, John Menegon (bass instrument); Yoron Israel (drums).\u003cbr\u003eAudio Mixer: Rudy Van Gelder.\u003cbr\u003eLiner Note Author: Ray Osnato.\u003cbr\u003eRecording information: Van Gelder Studios, Englewood Cliffs, NJ (12\/12\/2008).\u003cbr\u003ePhotographer: Nick Ruechel.\u003cbr\u003eThe late David \"Fathead\" Newman was one of those rare musicians who could shine in almost any context--his powerful tenor saxophone made its mark in rhythm \u0026amp; blues (he was in Ray Charles's band for many years), rock \u0026amp; roll, blues, and jazz. His final recording session took place mere weeks before his death, and BLESSING is a fine last testament. It's a sturdy set of mainstream bebop with undertones of blues, gospel, and soul, Newman's tenor balancing a steely-hard sound with a breathy, romantic approach (think Ben Webster meets King Curtis). The program is a nice mix of renowned and lesser-known tunes, the band (including vibist Steve Nelson and guitarist Peter Bernstein) savvy and in the pocket.","brand":"MovieMars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48842846699807,"sku":"632375719524","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/7833\/0399\/files\/fb67f35d4f1c3d8290dfd7f2ddb0098a.jpg?v=1777896795","url":"https:\/\/www.moviemars.com\/products\/blessing-2","provider":"MovieMars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}