| The Flame | ||||
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| Released | 1982 | |||
| Recorded | January 18–19, 1982 | |||
| Genre | Jazz | |||
| Length | 43:18 | |||
| Label | Soul Note | |||
| Producer | Giovanni Bonandrini | |||
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The Flame is an album by Steve Lacy, released on the Italian Soul Note label featuring four of Lacy's compositions and one by Bobby Few performed by Lacy, Bobby Few and Dennis Charles. [1] [2] [3]
The AllMusic review by Scott Yanow stated: "This adventurous music, with only a quartet [sic], falls along the lines of other brilliant efforts by the leader. On four Lacy originals and one by Few, the musicians tackle circular thematic group improvisations that are never aimless. By exploiting impressive technique and (just as importantly) open ears, the players constantly respond to each other and come up with fresh ideas. An intriguing set, worth the search." [4]
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| Source | Rating |
| AllMusic |   [4] |
| The Penguin Guide to Jazz Recordings | [5] |
| The Rolling Stone Jazz Record Guide |  [6] |
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