My Name Is Albert Ayler – Albert Ayler – Audio CD – Pre Owned CDs (Arrives in 14days)

Released in 1964, ‘My Name Is Albert Ayler’ marks a pivotal moment not only in Ayler’s career, but in the evolution of avant-garde jazz itself. Recorded in Copenhagen, this album captures Ayler at a crossroads—infusing gospel, blues, and folk influences with an unflinching emotional intensity that would come to define his legacy. Backed by a European rhythm section, Ayler’s saxophone doesn’t just play melodies; it wrestles with them, distorting and reshaping familiar standards until they become utterly new. The album is both a declaration of identity and a manifesto for freedom in sound. Each track offers listeners a window into Ayler’s visionary approach, where raw expression takes precedence over technical polish, and spiritual searching pulses through every note. For collectors and adventurous listeners alike, this LP isn’t just a historical document—it’s a vital, living statement. Owning ‘My Name Is Albert Ayler’ is an invitation to experience jazz at its most unguarded, where boundaries dissolve and music becomes pure, searching energy. If your collection seeks the groundbreaking and the truly personal, this is a cornerstone piece.

Track List:
1 – Introduction By Albert Ayler – 1:15
2 – Bye, Bye, Blackbird – 7:19
3 – Billie’s Bounce – 5:59
4 – Summertime – 8:46
5 – On Green Dolphin Street – 9:05
6 – C.T. – 12:01