Love Cry (Verve By Request Series)[LP]

Released in 1968, Love Cry is a seminal album by avant-garde jazz saxophonist Albert Ayler. Known for his intense and emotionally raw style, Ayler blends free jazz with gospel and folk influences, creating a sound that’s both experimental and deeply spiritual. The album features tracks like the haunting “Ghosts” and the title piece “Love Cry,” where Ayler’s tenor saxophone soars with passion and conviction. Backed by his brother Donald Ayler on trumpet and Milford Graves on drums, the album explores themes of love, struggle, and transcendence. Love Cry is a bold, innovative work that remains a cornerstone of free jazz.