Editors’ Notes After years making fiercely original trio music with bassist Gregg August and drummer Rudy Royston, NYC-based tenor saxophonist JD Allen had one goal in mind with Love Stone: sustained and lyrical beauty. With the same rhythm section—and guitarist Liberty Ellman adding harmonic color and insightful solos—Allen plays only ballads, showcasing his warm, full-bodied tone first and foremost. The sound is sumptuous, and the tune choices (including the folk song “Come All Ye Fair and Tender Ladies”) are fresh and unexpected.
Stranger in Paradise
1
6:06
Until the Real Thing Comes Along
2
5:05
Why Was I Born
3
5:26
You're My Thrill
4
5:07
Come All Ye Fair and Tender Ladies
5
4:35
Put on a Happy Face
6
4:58
Prisoner of Love
7
4:39
Someday (You'll Want Me to Want You)
8
3:58
Gone with the Wind
9
4:55