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Emerald Tears
From HitStory, the pop encyclopedia of School of Rock · Work
Emerald Tears · Dave Holland recorded this solo album in August 1977 and released it the following year on the ECM label. It is a record full of bass solos: only a single double bass is heard, with no accompaniment from other musicians. The eight pieces show what a bassist can do on his own with tone and rhythm.
The critical response was positive. AllMusic called it a fine showcase for Holland, one that would appeal above all to lovers of the upright bass. DownBeat gave the album three and a half stars and praised his rich, polished tone and his throbbing, percussive sensitivity, with a melancholy, romantic touch. The reviewer did feel, however, that the album at times seemed like a Music Minus One record turned inside out.
Listening
Track list
- 1Spheres6:08Apple Music ↗
- 2Emerald Tears6:35Apple Music ↗
- 3Combination5:22Apple Music ↗
- 4B-40 / RS-4-W / M23-6K5:18Apple Music ↗
- 5Under Redwoods6:38Apple Music ↗
- 6Solar6:22Apple Music ↗
- 7Flurries4:41Apple Music ↗
- 8Hooveling4:08Apple Music ↗
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