This double LP contains the six songs originally on
The Bridge (his comeback album after three years of retirement) plus seven additional items from 1962 and 1964 that co-star guitarist
Jim Hall. At first when
Rollins reappeared his style was virtually unchanged from 1959 but gradually it loosened up and became freer. This attractive two-fer, which is highlighted by "Without a Song," "Don't Stop the Carnival" and "If Ever I Would Leave You," has important music that is essential for all
Sonny Rollins collectors.