Rahsaan Roland Kirk – “From Bechet, Byas and Fats”

Rahsaan Roland Kirk – “Rip, Rig and Panic”

From “Rip, Rig and Panic” : 1965 :  Limelight Records LM 82207

This 1965 avant-garde classic by Rahsaan Roland Kirk (when he was still just Roland Kirk) finds him backed by the ultra-talented combo of Jaki Byard, Richard Davis and Elvin Jones.  All of Kirk’s recordings should be of interest to those that like their jazz outside of the box, but “Rip, Rig and Panic” is a great introduction to the unique talents of one of jazz’s true exploring spirits.

Players:
Rahsaan Roland Kirk – Tenor Sax, Flute, Oboe, Stritch, Manzello, Siren, Castanets
Jaki Byard – Piano
Richard Davis – Bass
Elvin Jones – Drums