David Newman

𝘼 𝙨𝙢𝙤𝙠𝙮 𝙟𝙖𝙯𝙯-𝙨𝙤𝙪𝙡 𝙜𝙚𝙢, Lonely Avenue captures saxophonist David “Fathead” Newman at his most evocative, blending blues-drenched phrasing with the polished Atlantic Records sound.

Released as a 7-inch single on Atlantic, the record distills Newman’s distinctive tone into a concise, emotive statement. The performance bridges jazz sophistication and R&B grit, reflecting the fluid musical boundaries of the late 1950s and early 1960s.

Lonely Avenue endures as a sought-after piece of Newman’s discography, a testament to his ability to channel deep feeling through lyrical saxophone lines while staying rooted in groove and soul.