Archie Shepp & Philly Joe Jones

Archie Shepp & Philly Joe Jones is an album by jazz saxophonist Archie Shepp and drummer Philly [Joe Jones] recorded in Europe in 1969 for the America label. The album was also issued by the Fantasy label.

Reception

The Allmusic review by Scott Yanow states: "This intriguing LP does not live up to its potential... Unfortunately, both of the sidelong pieces have recitations, the performances are overly long, and there is quite a bit of rambling."

Track listing

"The Lowlands" - 18:33
"Howling in the Silence: Raynes Or Thunders Julio's Song" - 21:40

Recorded in Paris, France, November–December, 1969

Personnel

Archie Shepp - tenor saxophone, piano
Philly Joe Jones - drums
Anthony Braxton - soprano saxophone, alto saxophone
Chicago Beau - soprano saxophone, harmonica, vocals
Julio Finn - harmonica, vocals
Leroy Jenkins - violin
Earl Freeman - bass, vocals