Coleman Hawkins - 1953 1954

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Review by Patricia Aidley

Coleman Hawkins’ 1953 1954: A Timeless Jazz Odyssey That Swings Harder Than Your Morning Coffee If you’ve ever wondered what happens when tenor sax legend Coleman Hawkins gets together with some of the finest sidemen in jazz history, well, here’s your answer: 1953 1954. Released in 2006 by Classics (yes, a French label—because why not?), this album feels like flipping through an old photo album where every snapshot is blurry but somehow still perfect. It’s got all the goods: Saxophone Jazz, Mainstream Jazz, Swing, and just enough instrumental swagger to make you wanna trade your desk job for a smoky club gig. Now, let me break it down for ya without sounding like I’m trying too hard. First off, there are two tracks that stuck with me like gum under my shoe: “Stompin’ at the Savoy” and “Blue Days (Goin’ Down Home).” “Stompin’ at the Savoy” is one of those tunes that grabs you by the collar and says, "Hey buddy, sit up straight!" Jo Jones on drums lays down a beat so crisp it might as well come with a side of fries. And then there’s Hawkins—he doesn’t play the sax; he talks through it. His tone? Smoky, confident, maybe even a little cocky. The whole thing has this effortless swing vibe, like everyone involved knew they were nailing it but didn’t need to brag about it. You can practically hear them winking at each other between notes. Then there’s “Blue Days (Goin’ Down Home),” which hits different. This track leans into a slower groove, giving Leo Blevins’ bass room to stretch its legs while Les Strand tinkles away on piano like he owns the joint. There’s something melancholy yet comforting about it, kinda like eating pie alone on a rainy afternoon. Hawkins’ solos here feel more introspective, almost like he’s reminiscing about stuff we’ll never fully understand. Spoiler alert: He pulls it off beautifully. The rest of the record keeps delivering, whether it's Emmett Berry blowing trumpet lines sharp enough to cut glass or Eddie Bert sliding around on trombone like he owns the place. Each track feels distinct, yet everything ties together thanks to Hawkins’ unmistakable voice on the horn. Here’s the kicker though—and stick with me here—listening to this album made me realize something weird: Jazz isn’t just music; it’s therapy disguised as entertainment. Sure, these recordings date back to the early ‘50s, but they sound fresh enough to slap any modern playlist upside the head. Maybe that’s because life hasn’t changed much since then—we’re still chasing love, dodging heartbreak, and stomping our feet to forget about bills. So yeah, 1953 1954 ain’t just another compilation—it’s proof that great jazz sticks around longer than last week’s leftovers. And honestly? If Coleman Hawkins couldn’t convince you to give this album a spin, I don’t know who could. Except maybe Les Strand playing three instruments at once. Dude was clearly showing off.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Confessin'2:59
Lullaby Of Birdland5:13
You Can't Take That Away From Me2:57
Modern Fantasy2:59
Confessin'03:02
What a Diff'rence a Day Made03:15
Last Stop2:53
What A Difference A Day Made3:13
I'll Follow My Sacred Heart (I'll Follow My Secret Heart)03:08
Stompin' At The Savoy6:16
I'll See You Later (I'll Tell You Later)03:01
I'll See You Later (I'll Tell You Later)2:59
Blue, Blue Days (Goin' Down Home)02:45
Flight Eleven2:54
Should I3:09
On My Way3:09
Out of Nowhere06:47
I'll Follow My Sacred Heart (I'll Follow My Secret Heart)3:05
September Song3:26
Get Happy5:33
Blue, Blue Days (Goin' Down Home)2:43
Just You, Just Me6:07
Lullaby of Birdland05:16
You Can't Take That Away from Me (They Can't Take That Away from Me)02:59
Out Of Nowhere6:44
Blue Lou5:07
Stompin' at the Savoy06:19

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Catalog Numbers

CLASSICS 1416

Labels

Classics

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Formats

  • CD
  • Compilation

Companies

RoleCompany
Copyright (c)Classics Records

Credits

RoleCredit
BassLeo Blevins (tracks: 1 to 4, 11 to 12), Milt Hinton (tracks: 13 to 18)
DrumsBuddy Smith (tracks: 1 to 4, 11 to 12), Jo Jones (tracks: 13 to 18)
OrganLes Strand (tracks: 1 to 4, 11 to 12)
PianoLes Strand (tracks: 1 to 4, 11 to 12)
GuitarLes Strand (tracks: 1 to 4, 11 to 12)
Tenor SaxophoneColeman Hawkins
TromboneEddie Bert (tracks: 13 to 18)
TrumpetEmmett Berry (tracks: 13 to 18)

Notes

  • Recorded:
  • Tracks 1 to 12: Chicago 1953-08-XX / Tracks 13 to 18: New York 1954-11-08.
  • Tracks 1 to 2: Parrot 783 / Tracks 3 to 4: Parrot 784 / Tracks 5 to 12: Savoy MG12013 (LP) / Tracks 13 to 17: Jazztone J1002 (LP) / Track 18: Jazztone J1201 (LP)
  • See: Geerken, Hartmut & Trent, Chris - Omniverse Sun Ra: p177#16 [dealing with Sun Ra involvement]

Barcodes

  • Barcode: 3448967141621
  • Matrix / Runout (outer ring): KDG FR -026219
  • Mastering SID Code (outer ring): IFPI L373
  • Mould SID Code (inner ring): IFPI 5710
  • Rights Society: SACEM SDRM

About Coleman Hawkins

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American jazz tenor saxophonist. Born November, 21, 1904, St. Joseph, Missouri, USA  died May, 19, 1969, New York, NY, USA. Also known as Bean or Hawk, Coleman Hawkins started piano lessons when he was five. He switched to the cello at the age of seven and two years later Coleman began to work on the tenor saxophone, turning professional by the age of 12. In August 1923, he made his first recordings with . He played with , , , and , among others.

Real Name

    • Coleman Randolph Hawkins

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Interesting fact about Album

Here’s an interesting fact: The album *1953 1954* by Coleman Hawkins, released in 2006, is a treasure trove of jazz history. It features tracks recorded decades earlier but compiled much later in France. What makes it unique? The same song, *"What a Diff'rence a Day Made,"* appears twice on the album—once as a vocal version and once as an instrumental. And get this: Les Strand pulled triple duty on some tracks, playing piano, organ, and guitar. Talk about multitasking!