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In 1958 Sonny Rollins split an LP between two very different settings. On four selections he is backed by a big band arranged by Ernie Wilkins (Rollins's appearances with big bands have been quite rare through the years) including Gershwin's "Who Cares?" The flip side showcases the great tenor in a trio with bassist Henry Grimes and drummer Charles Wright including "Manhattan," one of the very few jazz versions of "If You Were the Only Girl in the World" and a brilliant unaccompanied performance of a song often associated with his idol Coleman Hawkins, "Body and Soul." Rollins excels in both of these settings, making this an easily recommended set.

Personnel:
Sonny Rollins Tenor Sax
Nat Adderley Cornet
Clark Terry Trumpet
Reunald Jones Trumpet
Ernie Royal Trumpet
Billy Byers Trombone
Jimmy Cleveland Trombone
Frank Rehak Trombone
Dick Katz Piano
Rene Thomas Guitar
Roy Haynes Drums
Henry Grimes Bass
Don Butterfield Tuba

Tracks:
1. What's My Name?
2. If You Were The Only Girl In The World
3. Manhattan
4. Body & Soul
5. Grand Street
6. Far Out East
7. Who Cares?
8. Love Is A Simple Thing