Stamps is a live album by soprano saxophonist Steve Lacy recorded in Switzerland in 1977 and France in 1978 which was released on the HatHut label in 1979.Jazzlists: Steve Lacy discography accessed July 9, 2018Steve Lacy discography accessed July 9, 2018Jazzlists: HatHut "ABC" series discography accessed July 9, 2018
Reception
The Allmusic review by Scott Yanow stated "Steve Lacy and his quintet are well featured on this double LP which documents two appearances at European festivals. ... Overall this set gives one a good example of Steve Lacy's late-'70s group and its distinctive music".
Track listing All compositions by Steve Lacy "Existence" – 12:58 "Ire" – 11:29 "The Dumps" – 12:00 "Follies" – 11:11 Additional track on CD reissue "Stamps" – 4:52 "Duckles" – 13:02 "Wickets" – 11:35 "The Blinks" – 9:17
Personnel Steve Lacy – soprano saxophone, Japanese bird whistle Steve Potts – alto saxophone, soprano saxophone Irene Aebi – cello, violin, bells, vocals Kent Carter – bass Oliver Johnson – drums
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