DESC: Personnel: Sonny Rollins (tenor saxophone); Clifton Anderson (trombone); Stephen Scott (piano, kalimba); Bob Cranshaw (electric bass); Idris Muhammad, Perry Wilson (drums); Victor See Yuen (percussion). Recorded at Clinton Recording Studios, New York, New York on January 7 & February 28, 1998. Includes liner notes by Sonny Rollins. When the legendary Sonny Rollins makes a record it is an event in the world of jazz. GLOBAL WARMING, a title that is reflective of Rollins' environmental concerns, is indeed a significant addition to the saxophonist's long career. As one of the elder statesmen of jazz, Rollins is as strong as ever. His firm-yet-caring way with a melody and his strength as an improviser have not dimmed with age. Rollins' sidemen are also in fine form in support of their formidable leader. Starting off on a contemporary note, "Island Lady" is a funky number that, in the hands of Rollins and his men, never loses touch with it's jazzy foundation. The ballad "Echo-Side Blue" is a delicate piece tha...