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June 15, 1976 Long tall Dexter plunges into a blowing spree in this unusual piano-less trio format. "... It contains some of his freest solos, notably On Green Dolphin Street... " (The Penguin Guide to Jazz)C. Andrew Hovan the author of the new liner notes for the album writes: "Lullaby for a Monster", recorded just before his triumphant homecoming, stands as a powerful reminder of an era when jazz giants roamed in abundance. A favorite among musicians, this album deserves wider recognition within Gordon's impressive discography.""... intense and vibrant music throughout... " (DIAPASON, France)"... in this stripped down setting Dexter Gordon is truly on fire... " (Soulpope - The Jazz Beat)
