Lester Young, Roy Eldridge & Harry Edison : Laughin' To Keep From Cryin' [Acoustic Sound Series] Sampa The Great Bluebird (Side C)

Bluebird (Side C)

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Lester Young, Roy Eldridge & Harry Edison : Laughin' To Keep From Cryin' [Acoustic Sound Series] Sampa The Great Bluebird (Side C)Recorded and released in 1958, just over a year before his death, 'Laughin' to Keep fromCryin'' captures saxophonist Lester Young in one of his final studio sessions. Though his tone had softened, Young's phrasing remains fluid and expressive, favoring subtlety over force. Produced by Norman Granz, the date brings together Roy Eldridge and Harry 'Sweets' Edison on trumpet, whose contrasting styles fiery drive and relaxed, bluesy restraint create a