Gaslight 1962 by Eric Dolphy Quintet with Herbie Hancock is a jazz album that showcases the incredible talent of each musician in the ensemble. The album is a live recording of a performance at the Gaslight Cafe in New York City in 1962.
The album features Dolphy's virtuosic playing on alto saxophone, bass clarinet, and flute, as well as the stunning piano work of Herbie Hancock. The rest of the quintet, including Freddie Hubbard on trumpet, Richard Davis on bass, and Tony Williams on drums, also shine throughout the album.
The tracks on Gaslight 1962 range from upbeat and energetic to mellow and contemplative, with each musician given ample opportunity to showcase their individual talents. Standout tracks include "Aggression," "Like Someone in Love," and "Softly as in a Morning Sunrise."