The Real Thing (Eric Alexander album)

The Real Thing is an album by tenor saxophonist Eric Alexander. It was recorded in 2015 and released by HighNote Records.

The Real Thing
Studio album by Eric Alexander
Recorded	April 2, 2015
Studio	Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
Genre	Jazz
Label	HighNote
Producer	Eric Alexander

Recording and music

The album was recorded at the Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, on April 2, 2015.^[1] Most tracks are played by the quartet of tenor saxophonist Eric Alexander, pianist Harold Mabern, bassist John Webber, and drummer Joe Farnsworth.^[2] Guitarist Pat Martino is added for three tracks.^[1] Alexander also produced the album.^[1]

Release and reception

Professional ratings

Review scores
Source	Rating
Down Beat	[3]

The Real Thing was released by HighNote Records.^[3] The Down Beat reviewer concluded that, "The prolific saxophonist, who claims almost 40 records to his name, has matured to the point where even a not-entirely-satisfying effort like this is still worth returning to."^[3]

Track listing

1. "The Real Thing"
2. "Pure Pat"
3. "Summertime"
4. "The Night Has a Thousand Eyes"
5. "Little Boat"
6. "For George and Trane"
7. "Sleep Warm"
8. "The Chief"

Personnel

• Eric Alexander – tenor saxophone
• Pat Martino – guitar (tracks 2, 3, 8)
• Harold Mabern – piano
• John Webber – bass
• Joe Farnsworth – drums