Now's the Time is an album by New York Unit, consisting of trumpeter Hannibal Marvin Peterson, pianist John Hicks, bassist Richard Davis, and drummer Tatsuya Nakamura. It was recorded in 1992.
Recording and music The album was recorded in Tokyo on March 15, 1992."New York Unit Discography". jazzdisco.org. Retrieved August 3, 2017. The New York Unit had performed in concert in Tokyo earlier that month."Music" (March 7, 1992). The Japan Times. p. 14. It was a quartet recording, with trumpeter Hannibal Marvin Peterson, pianist John Hicks, bassist Richard Davis, and drummer Tatsuya Nakamura. The material was diverse – "drawn from standards, swing, bop, and even New Orleans jazz".
Release and reception
Now's the Time was released by Paddle Wheel Records. The AllMusic reviewer concluded that "The rhythm section is in great form, but Peterson's contributions leave the most lasting impressions. "Dryden, Ken "New York Unit – Now's the Time". AllMusic. Retrieved August 3, 2017.
Track listing "Nothing Ever Changes My Love for You" "In a Sentimental Mood" "Now's the Time" "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes" "South of the Border" "Only You" "Turquoise" "Glory Glory Hallelujah" "When the Saints Go Marching In"
Personnel Hannibal Marvin Peterson – trumpet John Hicks – piano Richard Davis – bass Tatsuya Nakamura – drums
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