Willie Bobo – Bobo Motion (1967 Verve V6-8699)

Verve Records ‎1967 – V6-8699

notes:

Willie Bobo continued his successful fusion of Latin rhythms,
 soul jazz, and boogaloo with Bobo Motion, released on
 Verve Records under catalog number V6-8699. The album
 showcases Bobo's signature style, combining Afro-Cuban percussion,
 jazz improvisation, funky basslines, and danceable
 grooves that defined the late 1960s Latin jazz scene.
At a time when Latin music was increasingly influencing American jazz
 and popular music, Bobo Motion stood out for its energetic 
arrangements and crossover appeal. The album remains a 
favorite among vinyl collectors, DJs, and fans of classic Latin soul.

credits:

Musicians    
Willie Bobo — timbales, percussion
Clarence 'Sonny' Henry — guitar, arranger
Bert Keyes — arranger
Additional musicians uncredited on the original Verve LP. 
rhythm guitar— congas
Melvin Lastie — cornet
Producer    Pete Spargo
Producer    Teddy Reig

Recording Information
Date    Location    Tracks
July 20, 1967    New York City    "Cute", "Tuxedo Junction", "Black Coffee", 
"Night Walk", "La Bamba"
July 27, 1967    Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey    
"Up, Up & Away", "Ain't That Right", "Midnight Sun", "I Don't Know", "Evil Ways", 
"Show Me"
Van Gelder Studio — July 27, 1967 session.
New York City studio (not specifically identified in surviving documentation)
 — July 20, 1967 session.

tracklist:

A1        Up-up & Away
Written-By – Webb*
    1:56
A2        Ain't That Right
Written-By – Sterling*
    2:35
A3        Midnight Sun
Written-By – Mercer*, Hampton*, Burke*
    2:08
A4        Cute
Written-By – Hefti*
    1:52
A5        I Don't Know
Written-By – Henry*
    2:32
A6        Tuxedo Junction
Written-By – Feyne*, Hawkins*, Dash*, Johnson*
    2:15
B1        Evil Ways
Written-By – Henry*
    2:40
B2        Show Me
Written-By – Tex*
    2:15
B3        Black Coffee
Written-By – Burke*, Webster*
    2:42
B4        Night Walk
Written-By – Huffsteter*
    3:05
B5        La Bamba
Written-By – Keyes*, Corea*
    2:07

 

 

 

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Wes Montgomery – California Dreaming (Verve Records V6-8672)

Verve Records 1966 ‎– V6-8672

notes:

Few jazz guitarists have left a legacy as enduring as Wes Montgomery. 
Released in 1966 on Verve Records as catalog number V6-8672, 
California Dreaming stands as one of the most recognizable albums 
from Montgomery's later career. The record showcases his signature
octave technique while embracing lush orchestral arrangements and
 contemporary pop melodies that helped introduce jazz to a broader audience.
Produced during a transformative period in American music, 
California Dreaming blends sophisticated jazz improvisation with
 accessible interpretations of popular songs from the mid-1960s. 
The result is an album that remains a favorite among jazz enthusiasts,
 vinyl collectors, and guitar players alike.

Crédits

Personnel (Musicians)
Leader
Wes Montgomery – guitar
Brass
Mel Davis – trumpet
Bernie Glow – trumpet
Jimmy Nottingham – trumpet
Wayne Andre – trombone
John Messner – trombone
Bill Watrous – trombone
James Buffington – French horn
Don Butterfield – tuba
Woodwinds
Ray Beckenstein – alto saxophone, flute, piccolo
Stan Webb – alto sax, baritone sax, English horn, clarinet
Walter Kane – clarinet, bass clarinet, bassoon, tenor saxophone
Rhythm Section
Herbie Hancock – piano
Bucky Pizzarelli – guitar
Al Casamenti – guitar
Richard Davis – bass
Grady Tate – drums/percussion
Ray Barretto – congas/percussion
Jack Jennings – vibraphone, percussion effects
Arranger / Conductor
Don Sebesky – arrangements and orchestra direction
Session Breakdown
14 September 1966
"California Dreaming"
(full orchestra personnel)
15 September 1966
"Green Peppers"
"South of the Border"
(full orchestra personnel)
16 September 1966
"Oh You Crazy Moon"
"More, More Amor"
"Winds of Barcelona"
"Sun Down"
"Mr. Walker"
"Sunny"
"Without You"

Producer    Creed Taylor
Arranger / Conductor    Don Sebesky
Recording Engineer    Rudy Van Gelder
Studio    Van Gelder Studio
Recording Dates    14–16 September 1966

     

tracklist:

A1 California Dreamin'
Written-By – J. Phillips 3:08
A2 Sun Down
Written-By – W. Montgomery 6:00
A3 Oh You Crazy Moon
Written-By – J. Burke-J. Van Heusen 3:40
A4 More, More Amor
Written-By – S. Lake 2:50
A5 Without You
Written-By – Marino*, Myers 3:00
B1 Winds Of Barcelona
Written-By – S. Lake 3:07
B2 Sunny
Written-By – B. Hebb 4:00
B3 Green Peppers
Written-By – S. Lake 2:25
B4 Mr. Walker
Written-By – W. Montgomery 3:35
B5 South Of The Border (Down Mexico Way)
Written-By – J. Kennedy*, M. Carr 3:15

 

 

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Donny Hathaway – Everything Is Everything (ATCO Records SD 33-332)

 

 

 

 

 

 

ATCO Records 1970 – SD 33-332

 

 notes:

Released in 1970, Donny Hathaway's debut studio album, 
Everything Is Everything, stands as one of the most influential 
soul records of its era. Issued by ATCO Records under catalog
 number SD 33-332, the album blends soul, jazz, gospel, funk, 
and socially conscious songwriting into a timeless musical experience.
At a time when American music was undergoing significant 
transformation, Hathaway emerged as a unique voice capable of 
combining sophisticated arrangements with deeply emotional 
performances. The album showcases his extraordinary talents 
as a vocalist, pianist, composer, arranger, and producer.

credits:

Musicians
Keyboards, Vocals, Direction
Donny Hathaway – lead vocals, background vocals (tracks 1–8), 
acoustic & electric pianos, organ (track 9), keyboard bass, additional bass,
arranger, conductor
Bass
Willie Weeks – bass (track 1)
Phil Upchurch – bass guitar (tracks 3–4, 6–7)
Louis Satterfield – bass (tracks 1–3)
Marshall Hawkins – bass (tracks 5, 8)
Guitar
Phil Upchurch – guitar (tracks 1–4, 6–8)
King Curtis – guitar (track 3)
John Littlejohn – guitar, vocals
Drums & Percussion
Morris Jennings – drums (tracks 1–4, 6–8)
Ric Powell – drums (tracks 5, 9), percussion
Master Henry Gibson – congas (track 8)
Horn Section
John Avant – trombone
Morris Ellis – trombone
Oscar Brashear – trumpet
John Howell – trumpet
Robert A. Lewis – trumpet
Cyril Touff – bass trumpet
Johnny Board – tenor saxophone
Lenard Druss – tenor saxophone
Clifford P. Davis – alto saxophone
Don Myrick – alto saxophone
Willie Henderson – baritone saxophone
Aaron Dodd – tuba
John Lounsberry – French horn
Ethel Merker – French horn
Paul A. Teryett – French horn
Background Vocals
The Vashonettes – backing vocals (track 9)

Producer – Donny Hathaway, King Curtis (tracks: A1 to A4, A6), Ric Powell

Recording Studios
Audio Finishers, New York, NY
Mayfair Studios, New York, NY

Recording dates: September 11, 1969 – April 16, 1970
Murray Allen – recording engineer
Roger Anfinsen – recording engineer

tracklist:

A1        Voices Inside (Everything Is Everything)
Bass – Louis A. Satterfield*
Drums – Morris Jennings
Guitar – Phil Upchurch
Percussion – Ric Powell
    3:28
A2        Je Vous Aime (I Love You)
Bass – Louis A. Satterfield*
Drums – Morris Jennings
Guitar – Phil Upchurch
Percussion – Ric Powell
    3:31
A3        I Believe To My Soul
Bass – Louis A. Satterfield*
Drums – Morris Jennings
Guitar – King Curtis
Guitar, Bass – Phil Upchurch
Percussion – Ric Powell
    3:51
A4        Misty
Drums – Morris Jennings
Guitar, Bass – Phil Upchurch
Percussion – Ric Powell
    3:37
A5        Sugar Lee
Bass – Marshall Jennings
    4:03
A6        Tryin' Times
Drums – Morris Jennings
Guitar, Bass – Phil Upchurch
Percussion – Ric Powell
    3:13
B1        Thank You Master (For My Soul)
Drums – Morris Jennings
Guitar, Bass – Phil Upchurch
Percussion – Ric Powell
    5:50
B2        The Ghetto
Bass – Donny Hathaway, Marshall Jennings
Congas – Henry Gibson
Drums – Morris Jennings
Guitar – Phil Upchurch
Percussion – Ric Powell
    6:57
B3        To Be Young, Gifted And Black
Backing Vocals – The Vashonettes
Organ – Donny Hathaway
    6:45

 

 

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