Out Of The Afternoon

Drummer Roy Haynes consistently delivers exceptional performances as a bandleader, and this album is no different. Featuring Roland Kirk on reeds, it captures an early opportunity for Kirk to explore his innovative ideas within the creative freedom of Haynes' ensemble. Joined by Tommy Flanagan on piano and Henry Grimes on bass, this group was among the most progressive to record for Impulse in the early 1960s. The album offers a compelling mix of originals and standards, all interpreted with a distinctive, edgy approach. Highlights include “Moon Ray,” “Raoul,” “Snap Crackle,” and “Long Wharf,” showcasing dynamic interplay between Kirk’s inventive saxophone and Haynes’ masterful, rhythmically flexible drumming.