Chicago Now Vol. 2

Chicago Now Vol. 2 is an album by American jazz saxophonist Ernest Dawkins' New Horizons Ensemble, which was recorded in 1994 and released on the Swedish Silkheart label.

Reception
In his review for AllMusic, Scott Yanow states "It is obvious that these six musicians had spent a lot of time playing together because they react quickly to each other, share the lead, and often speak as in one voice. A superior and well-played set that should even interest jazz listeners who claim to not enjoy the avant-garde."

Track listing

 * All compositions by Ernest Dawkins except as indicated


 * 1) "Monk's Temptation" – 10:58
 * 2) "Runnin' from the Rain (alt)" – 9:35
 * 3) "Planet East" – 10:38
 * 4) "Zera (alt)" – 12:56
 * 5) "Improvisations #3" – 11:04
 * 6) "Looking for Ninny" (Ameen Muhammad) – 4:34
 * 7) "Many Favors" – 13:04

Personnel

 * Ernest Dawkins – alto sax, tenor sax, flute, percussion, vocal
 * Steve Berry – trombone, percussion
 * Ameen Muhammad - trumpet, percussion, vocal
 * Jeff Parker – electric guitar
 * Yosef Ben Israel – bass
 * Reggie Nicholson - drums, percussion