Idle Moments (Classic Vinyl Series): Vinyl LP AOTY23 Costello had become interested in

Costello had become interested in classical music around the time of Spike and began attending classical concerts

the fourth full-length studio release from New York’s The Lemon Twigs

(drums) in October 1962

A galaxy of isolation

“Maybe we are proud of the country

Idle Moments (Classic Vinyl Series): Vinyl LP AOTY23 Costello had become interested inTime and troubles seem to melt away during the 15 enrapturing minutes of Idle Moments, the opening track of Grant Greens sublime 1963 album of the same name. As the piece unhurriedly unfurls all the unique colors of the ensemble present themselves with Greens soulful guitar joined by Duke Pearsons elegant piano, Bobby Hutchersons crystalline vibraphone, Bob Cranshaws reassuring upright bass, Al Harewoods subtle drums, and lastly Joe Hendersons