Walter Smith III: return to casual (Vinyl LP) [ vinyl ]

Vinyl LP pressing. Saxophonist and composer Walter Smith III has signed with Blue Note Records and enters a new era of his band leading career with the release of return to casual, the long-anticipated follow-up to his 2014 recording still casual. Reprising their bandmate roles, pianist Taylor Eigsti, guitarist Matt Stevens, bassist Harish Raghavan, and drummer Kendrick Scott reveal a seasoned depth of dimension alongside featured guest appearances by trumpeter Ambrose Akinmusire and pianist James Francies. Contra, River Styx, Pup - Pow, Shine, Mother Stands for Comfort, Quiet Song, Lamplight, Amelia Earhart Ghosted Me, K8 + Byu$, Revive