HARVIE SWARTZ — Urban Earth (1985) Vinyl LP | FLAC (tracks), lossless

Urban Earth would also be the name of bassist Harvie Swartz's short-lived group of the late '80s, but for this Gramavision release, he used an all-star lineup: altoist David Sanborn, Bob Mintzer on soprano, guitarist Mike Stern, pianist Ben Aranov, drummer Victor Lewis and percussionist Manolo Badrena. The music (five Swartz originals, "'Round Midnight," and Dave Brubeck's "The Duke") is mostly straight-ahead yet has its unpredictable and exploratory moments. In fact, there are plenty of subtle surprises throughout this relaxed yet consistently stimulating session. Scott Yanow
Tracklist :
1. Sweet Walk 6:08
 Harvie Swartz
2. Falling 6:46
 Harvie Swartz
3. Pyramid 5:38
 Harvie Swartz
4. Until Tomorrow 6:24
 Harvie Swartz
5. The Duke 4:25
 Dave Brubeck
6. Mother Ship 6:36
 Harvie Swartz
7. Round Midnight 2:44
Thelonious Monk / Cootie Williams
Credits :
Acoustic Bass – Harvie Swartz
Alto Saxophone – David Sanborn
Drums – Victor Lewis
Guitar – Mike Stern
Percussion – Manolo Badrena
Piano – Ben Aronov
Soprano Saxophone – Bob Mintzer