The mid-'50s Blue Note date Newk's Time is a shining star in the Sonny Rollins catalog. The title is derived from Rollins' nickname "Newk," so-called because of his resemblance to baseball player Don Newcomb. It is Rollins' fierce strength as an improviser, along with his assembled quartet of stellar guests, which makes this session so special. Still in his 20s, the saxophonist displays relentless imagination and fire in lengthy solos on standards like Miles Davis' "Tune Up" and Kenny Dorham's rhythmically challenging "Asiatic Raes."

Track Listing
1. Tune Up
2. Asiatic Raes
3. Wonderful! Wonderful!
4. The Surrey with the Fringe on Top
5. Blues for Philly Joe
6. Namely You