Body and Soul

Body and Soul captures Dexter Gordon in his natural habitat: a dimly lit European jazz club where time seems to slow down.

This is the sound of 'Long Tall Dexter' at his most relaxed and authoritative, utilizing a massive, oaky tenor tone that fills every corner of the room. Unlike the frantic energy of early bebop, this live set breathes with a profound sense of space. Gordon's phrasing is famously 'behind the beat,' creating a feeling of effortless cool that never feels rushed, even during the more uptempo swing numbers.