Kenny Drew Trio - Dark Beauty

Pianist Kenny Drew spent the last three decades of his life in Copenhagen as a stalwart of vibrant European jazz scene, he left quite a number of outstanding recordings both as leader and sideman on SteepleChase. Here on his first trio recording for the label, Kenny Drew is backed by - to quote Melody Maker - Danish bass wizard Niels-Henning Orsted Pedersen and intelligent purveyor of rhythm Albert Tootie Heath. 'Dark Beauty' whose album cover is graced by a portrait photo of his daughter Sabrina is one of the most popular albums of his recording career.

Extremely charming mainstream jazz. - Swing Journal

Brilliant! - Jazz Magazine

Kenny has a relaxed, attractive style, free from embellishments or dramatic devices, but capable of generating happy swing. - Meloday Maker

Kenny Drew: piano
Niels-Henning Orsted Pedersen: bass
Albert Tootie Heath drums
Recorded Copenhagen May 20 & 21, 1974