Sonny Rollins / Norway 06.26.1974

As you know, Sonny is a tenor saxophonist who defines the history of jazz. While jazz enthusiasts—like fans of other genres with dedicated followings—can sometimes be contrarian and prone to disparaging popular figures just for the sake of it, there is no denying that Sonny Rollins stands at the pinnacle of the jazz saxophone world in terms of both popularity and talent. This is a must-see video for fans, featuring a high-quality, 70-minute recording of his performance at the jazz festival in Kongsberg, Norway, in June 1974. It kicks off with a powerful impact—the one-chord funk track “Cutting Edge,” so characteristic of that era… Live at Kongsberg, Norway (June 26, 1974): 1. Cutting Edge 2. There Is No Greater Love 3. Sweet Low Sweet Chariot 4. Sais 5. Don’t Stop The Carnival 6. A House Is Not A Home 7. Alfie’s Theme (71 min)