A relaxed, piano-less trio peak of cowboy-themed swing. Inventive and beloved. A classic. Released in 1957, it's a key entry in Sonny Rollins's run.
On vinyl: Original pressings are collector's territory now, so most listeners reach for a well-reviewed reissue.
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More from Sonny Rollins — where to go next
If you have Way Out West, these are the Sonny Rollins records worth reaching for next.
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A Night at the Village Vanguard1957 · JazzStart here
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Saxophone Colossus1956 · JazzClassic
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Way Out West1957 · you're viewing this oneClassic
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The Bridge1962 · JazzClassic
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