Quiet As It’s Kept – Max Roach Plus Four – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

Few albums capture the restless drive of late 1950s jazz like Max Roach’s “Quiet As It’s Kept.” This record finds Roach at the helm of a razor-sharp quintet, including the remarkable talents of Booker Little on trumpet and George Coleman on tenor sax. The interplay between the musicians crackles with inventiveness, each track unfolding with Roach’s signature blend of rhythmic complexity and melodic clarity. While the album’s title hints at understatement, the music is anything but reserved—expect buoyant solos, intricate arrangements, and moments of collective fire. What sets this session apart is the sheer synergy: Roach’s drumming isn’t just supportive; it’s conversational, pushing and pulling his bandmates into new territory. For the collector and the curious alike, “Quiet As It’s Kept” serves as both a snapshot of hard bop at its most vital and an invitation to discover the unsung chemistry of an all-star lineup. Whether you’re deepening your jazz collection or encountering Max Roach’s genius for the first time, this album rewards active listening with every spin.

Track List:
A1 – Quiet As It’s Kept – 6:12
A2 – To Lady – 6:07
A3 – Lotus Blossom – 5:35
B1 – As Long As You’Re Living – 6:00
B2 – More I See You – 4:03
B3 – Juliano – 5:44