The Blues and the Abstract Truth by Oliver Nelson Review

This week, Matt and Ryan review the 1961 release from Oliver Nelson called The Blues and the Abstract Truth. This album is Nelson's most acclaimed and features some notable musicians: Freddie Hubbard, Eric Dolphy, Bill Evans, Paul Chambers and Roy Haynes. The record is noted for its unique ensemble arrangements. Check out what we have to say about the album!

Listen to the album:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLb2Y6NVXNIAZdY_5poKq7_bdvz0qasHyB&si=KmwUjngrdtT_2BHt

Purchase the album:

https://www.amazon.com/Blues-Abstract-Truth-Oliver-Nelson/dp/B000003N7E

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:58 Revisiting Los Campesinos! 'All Hell'

05:16 Introducing Oliver Nelson

16:37 Deep Dive into 'Stolen Moments' Track

31:54 Analyzing the Energetic 'Hoe-down' Track

42:21 Exploring the Compositional 'Cascades' Track

51:59 How to Connect and Support Our Show

58:39 Dissecting the Complexities of 'Yearnin'

01:36:39 The Saxophone-Heavy 'Butch and Butch'

01:14:22 Experimental Harmonies in 'Teenie's Blues'

01:22:30 Final Thoughts and Ratings for the Album

01:29:47 Album Recommendations and Next Week's Tease