Joshua Redman's "Back East" is the tenor saxophonist and composer's second Nonesuch release and his first recording in an acoustic trio setting. A marked contrast to Redman's plugged-in, groove based sessions with the Elastic Band or his collaborations with the eight-piece SFJAZZ Collective. Back East is full of in-the-moment pleasures, thanks to the natural rapport between Redman and the three NYC-based rhythm sections with whom he works. Take a closer look at the songs he's chosen, the arrangements he's fashioned and the players he's hanging out with, and this set becomes even more deeply compelling. With "Back East" Joshua Redman incorporates a stunningly wide range of ideas, experiences and influences, creating a multi-layered self-portrait via the sounds, people, and places that have helped to shape his career.

Track Listing

Disc 1:

1. THE SURREY WITH THE FRINGE ON TOP
2. EAST OF THE SUN (AND WEST OF THE SUN)
3. ZARAFAH
4. INDIAN SONG
5. I'M AN OLD COWHAND
6. WAGON WHEELS
7. BACK EAST
8. MANTRA #5
9. INDONESIA
10. INDIA
11. GJ