The Adams Effect


The Adams Effect, is the final album recorded by baritone saxophonist Pepper Adams which was originally released on the Uptown label in 1988 following Adams' death in 1986.

Reception

The Allmusic review by Scott Yanow states: "Adams still sounded in prime form at the time and, even if none of his tunes became standards, they served as strong and diverse vehicles for the musicians' improvisations. A fine effort by a classic baritone saxophonist".

Track listing

  1. "Binary" – 6:57
  2. "Now in Our Lives" – 6:56
  3. "Valse Celtique" – 5:45
  4. "Dylan's Delight" – 6:21
  5. "How I Spent the Night" – 7:02
  6. "Claudette's Way" – 7:27
  7. "Now in Our Lives" – 8:44 Bonus track on CD release

Personnel