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We Three – Roy Haynes

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Roy Haynes’ “We Three” (1958) is a classic jazz album demonstrating the trumpeter's unique melodic style. Recorded on Prestige Records, it presents hard-bop arrangements featuring a nine-piece ensemble known for its complex harmonies and spirited interaction. The album is notable for Haynes’s prominent role and offers an engaging listening experience for fans of traditional jazz and particularly those interested in exploring the sound of hard bop during the late 1950s.

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Is We Three a Roy Haynes nonet album?

No. We Three is a trio album with Roy Haynes on drums, Phineas Newborn Jr. on piano, and Paul Chambers on bass.

When was We Three recorded?

The album was recorded on November 14, 1958 at Van Gelder Studio in Hackensack, New Jersey. It was released on the New Jazz label in 1959.

Why do jazz fans talk about Phineas Newborn Jr. on We Three?

Newborn's piano playing is a major reason the album stands out. His speed, touch, and blues language are front and center on tracks like Sugar Ray and After Hours.

What does Paul Chambers add to We Three?

Paul Chambers gives the trio a strong Detroit hard-bop foundation. By 1958, he was already widely known for his work with Miles Davis.

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