
Don Pullen - New Beginnings
Piano – Don Pullen
Drums – Tony Williams
Bass – Gary Peacock
Written by Don Pullen
1 LP, standard sleeve
Original analog Master tape : YES
Heavy Press : 180g
Record color : black
Speed : 33RPM
Size : 12”
Stereo
Studio
Record Press : Optimal in Germany
Label : Blue Note Classic vinyl series
Original Label : Blue Note
Recorded on December 16, 1988 at A&R Studios, New York City
Recorded by David Baker
Produced by Michael Cuscuna
Executive-Producer – JoAnne Jiminez
Mastered by Kevin Gray at Cohearent Audio
Liner Notes by Stanley Crouch & Don Pullen
Art Direction & Photography by Carol Friedman
Design by Carlos Cordova
Originally Released in 1989
Reissued in 2025
Tracks :
Side A:
- Jana's Delight
- Once Upon a Time
- Warriors
Side B:
- New Beginnings
- At the Cafe Centrale
- Reap the Whirlwind
Review :
“Although it may be a bit of a simplification, on New Beginnings pianist Don Pullen sets up fairly simple structures (some of which could be grooves for Ramsey Lewis) and then, after stating the theme, tosses in playful runs that are often quite outside, essentially putting his original style from the 1960s in a slightly commercial '80s setting. Pullen plays quite rhythmically during his more intense phrases and displays a sly sense of humor. Both bassist Gary Peacock and drummer Tony Williams get a generous amount of solo space on the trio date, and they are not overshadowed by the leader's often-fanciful flights.” AllMusic Review by Scott Yanow
Rating:
AllMusic : 2.5 / 5 ; Discogs 4.17 / 5