Again and Again (Oliver Lake album)
Again and Again is a studio album by American jazz saxophonist and composer Oliver Lake. It was released in 1988 on the Gramavision label.
The album features Lake leading a sextet, performing original compositions that blend elements of post-bop, funk, and avant-garde jazz. Musicians featured on the album include Pheeroan akLaff on drums, Anthony Cox on bass, Baikida Carroll on trumpet, Robin Eubanks on trombone, and Billy Burd on guitar.
Again and Again is noted for its complex arrangements, energetic playing, and the interplay between the musicians. Lake's distinctive alto saxophone sound is prominent throughout the album, and the compositions often explore unconventional harmonies and rhythms. The album is considered a significant work in Lake's discography and a notable contribution to the avant-garde jazz scene of the 1980s.