The Heath Brothers - Marchin' On! (1976/2025) [Official Digital Download 24/192]

Released in 1976 on the pioneering Strata-East Records label, Marchin' On! by The Heath Brothers is a masterful blend of tradition and innovation that captured the spirit of an evolving jazz scene. Combining the lyrical brilliance of Jimmy Heath on saxophone, the grounding presence of Percy Heath on bass, and the dynamic rhythm of Albert "Tootie" Heath on drums—alongside pianist and label co-founder Stanley Cowell—the album bridged the hard bop roots of the 1950s with the spiritual and socially conscious music of the 1970s.

The Heath Brothers' legacy lies in their exceptional musicianship and their commitment to jazz as a vehicle for both personal expression and cultural dialogue, making this album a cornerstone in their illustrious career and a lasting influence on future generations of artists. Listen to this album in its purest form for the first time ever as a digital release, remastered from the original analog tapes at the highest resolution.

TRACKLIST

1. The Heath Brothers - Warm Valley
2. The Heath Brothers - Tafadhali
3. The Heath Brothers - The Watergate Blues
4. The Heath Brothers - Maimoun
5. The Heath Brothers - Smilin' Billy Suite: Part I
6. The Heath Brothers - Smilin' Billy Suite: Part II
7. The Heath Brothers - Smilin' Billy Suite: Part III
8. The Heath Brothers - Smilin' Billy Suite: Part IV



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