Morris Nanton – Something We've Got (Prestige PRST 7409, 1965)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Morris Nanton – Something We've Got | Prestige PRST 7409 

 

 

 

 

Prestige records 1965 – PRST 7409

 

 

 notes:

Morris Nanton’s Something We’ve Got is a distinctive 
1965 jazz album released by Prestige Records as PRST 7409.
 The album showcases Nanton on piano with Norman Edge
 on bass and Al Beldini on drums, creating an intimate 
piano-trio sound with strong blues, gospel and soul-jazz influences.
The sessions were recorded at Van Gelder Studio in Englewood Cliffs,
 New Jersey, during May and June 1965. The album is particularly 
notable for Nanton’s expressive piano playing and his 
treatment of standards alongside the title track.

credits:

    Bass – Norman Edge
    Drums – Al Beldini
    Piano – Morris Nanton
   Recording Studio: Van Gelder Studio
Location: Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
Recording Dates: 
May 13, 1965 – “Mood Indigo” and “Taboo”
June 16, 1965 – “Something We've Got,” “Any Number Can Win,”
 “The Masquerade Is Over,” and “My Man's Gone Now”
Recorded by: Rudy Van Gelder
Producer: Cal Lampley

tracklist:

A1. Something We've Got    Morris
written by Nanton    
A2. Any Number Can Win
written by    Jimmy McGriff    
A3. The Masquerade Is Over    
written byAllie Wrubel / Herbert Magidson    
B1. Mood Indigo    
written by Duke Ellington / Barney Bigard / Irving Mills    
B2. My Man's Gone Now    
written by George Gershwin / DuBose Heyward / Ira Gershwin    
B3. Taboo    
written by Margarita Lecuona  

 

 

 

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Morris Nanton – Soul Fingers (Prestige PRST 7467, 1967)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Morris Nanton – Soul Fingers | Prestige PRST 7467

 

 

 

 

Prestige records 1967 ‎– PRST 7467

 

 

 notes:

Soul Fingers captures Morris Nanton at the intersection 
of soul jazz, hard bop and Latin-inflected grooves. 
His relaxed but highly rhythmic piano is supported by the
 long-standing partnership of bassist Norman Edge and 
drummer Al Beldini, with Johnny Murray Jr.'s congas 
adding extra drive. The unusual appearance of 
Pucho & The Latin Soul Brothers on “Troubles Of The World”
 gives the opening track an especially distinctive Latin-soul character.
 Contemporary DownBeat praised the trio while 
noting the contrasting effect of Pucho's appearance.

credits:

Morris Nanton – piano
Norman Edge – bass
Al Beldini – drums
Johnny Murray Jr. – congas
Pucho & The Latin Soul Brothers – additional percussion/
band personnel on “Troubles Of The World” only

Recorded: May 13, 1965 – Van Gelder Studio, 
Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
Producer: Cal Lampley
Recording engineer: Rudy Van Gelder

tracklist:

A1        Troubles Of The World
Backing Band – Pucho & The Latin Soul Brothers*
Written-By – Douglas*
    2:15
A2        The Shadow Of Your Smile
Written-By – Mandel*, Webster*
    4:17
A3        Georgia
Written-By – Carmichael*
    6:00
A4        Fly Me To The Moon
Written-By – Howard*
    5:21
A5        I'll Remember April
Written-By – Raye*, De Paul*
    4:32
B1        Whistle Stop
Written-By – Morris Nanton
    2:30
B2        The Summer Wind
Written-By – Bradtke*, Mercer*
    4:05
B3        L-O-V-E
Written-By – Kaempfert*, Gabler*
    2:35
B4        The Lamp Is Low
Written-By – Ravel*
    3:15
B5        Soul Fingers
Written-By – De Coteaux*
    8:39

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Pucho & His Latin Soul Brothers – Saffron & Soul (Prestige PR 7502)

Pucho & His Latin Soul Brothers – Saffron & Soul  

Prestige records 1967 ‎ ‎– PRST 7502

notes:

Pucho & His Latin Soul Brothers' Saffron & Soul is one of 
the distinctive Latin soul and soul-jazz recordings from 
Prestige's mid-1960s catalogue. Led by timbales player 
Henry "Pucho" Brown, the group combined Afro-Cuban 
percussion with jazz, soul, pop and R&B influences, 
creating a hard-grooving sound that later attracted 
attention from the acid-jazz scene.

The session features Pucho on timbales with Vincent McEwan 
on trumpet, Claude Bartee and Harold Alexander on tenor saxophone,
Alexander also contributing flute, William Bivens on vibraphone, 
John Spruill on piano and arrangements, James Phillips on bass,
 William Curtis on drums, Richard Landrum on congas and 
Norberto Apellaniz on bongos.

credits:

Henry “Pucho” Brown    Timbales, leader
Vincent McEwan    Trumpet
Claude Bartee    Tenor saxophone
Harold Alexander    Tenor saxophone, flute
William “Willie” Bivens    Vibraphone
John Spruill    Piano, arranger
James Phillips    Bass
William Curtis    Drums
Richard Landrum    Congas
Norberto Apellaniz    Bongos

Recorded: November 8–10, 1966
Studio: Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
Recording engineer: Rudy Van Gelder
Producer: Cal Lampley
Arranger: John Spruill

tracklist:

A1        Aye Ma Ma
Written-By – Pucho*
3:25
A2        Reach Out, I'll Be There
Written-By – Dozier / Holland / Holland*
4:15
A3        Soul Yamie
Written-By – Bivens*
3:15
A4        Alfie
Written-By – David / Bacharach*
6:20
B1        What A Piece
Written-By – Douglas*
1:50
B2        Early Autumn
Written-By – Mercer*, Burns*, Herman*
3:35
B3        Something Black
Written-By – Phillips*
4:25
B4        The Groover
Written-By – McEwan*
3:15
B5        Caravan
Written-By – Ellington*, Mills*, Trizol*
4:20

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Byrdie Green – I Got It Bad (And That Ain’t Good) | Prestige PRST 7509

Byrdie Green – I Got It Bad | Prestige PRST 7509

Prestige records 1967 ‎– PRST 7509

notes:

Byrdie Green’s I Got It Bad (And That Ain’t Good) is a 
soulful 1967 Prestige Records vocal album that brings 
together Green’s powerful blues-inflected voice 
with a superb jazz backing group led 
by organist Johnny “Hammond” Smith.

Recorded at Van Gelder Studio in Englewood Cliffs, 
New Jersey, on April 20, 1967, the album features 
Houston Person on tenor saxophone, Thornel Schwartz
 on guitar, Jimmy Lewis on Fender bass, and 
John Harris on drums. Ralph Jones is credited as arranger.

Released as Prestige PRST 7509, the LP contains ten tracks 
ranging from blues and soul material to sophisticated pop 
standards, including “See See Rider,” “I Got It Bad (And That Ain’t Good),” 
“Cry Me a River,” “This Bitter Earth,” and “People.”

Green’s deep, expressive contralto places the album at the 
crossroads of jazz, blues and soul, making I Got It Bad an 
especially interesting record for collectors of rare vocal jazz, 
soul jazz and vintage Prestige vinyl.

credits:

Byrdie Green – vocals
Johnny “Hammond” Smith – organ
Houston Person – tenor saxophone
Thornel Schwartz – guitar
Jimmy Lewis – Fender bass
John Harris – drums

Arranger: Ralph Jones

Recording date: April 20, 1967
Recording studio: Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, 
New Jersey, USA
Engineer: Rudy Van Gelder
Released: 1967

trackslist:

A1     See See Rider
Written-By – Ledbetter*, Rainey*
A2     I Got It Bad (And That Ain't Good)
Written-By – Ellington*, Webster*
A3     Yesterday's Kisses
Written-By – Bruno*, Bruno*
A4     The Poor Side Of Town
Written-By – Rivers*, Adler*
B1     (I've Been) Lonely Too Long
Written-By – Brigati*, Cavaliere*
B2     I Had A Man        
B3         Hold On To Him        
B4     This Bitter Earth
Written-By – Otis*
B5 People

Written-By – Styne, Merrill

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Fearless Frank Foster (Prestige PR ST 7461)

Prestige ‎Records 1964  ‎– PR ST 7461

notes:

Jazz enthusiasts and vinyl collectors continue to seek out albums 
that capture the energy and creativity of the hard bop era. One 
such recording is Fearless Frank Foster, a remarkable release by
 renowned saxophonist and composer Frank Foster.
Released on the legendary Prestige Records label under catalog 
number PR ST 7461, this album showcases Foster's commanding 
tenor saxophone style, sophisticated arrangements, 
and deep roots in the hard bop tradition.
Fearless Frank Foster (Prestige PR ST 7461) stands as a testament 
to Frank Foster's artistry and the enduring appeal of hard bop jazz. 
Whether you're a longtime collector or discovering his music for 
the first time, this Prestige Records release deserves a place 
on your listening list.
Its powerful performances, rich improvisations, and timeless
 jazz spirit continue to resonate with listeners decades after its release.

credits:

 Musician    
Frank Foster    Tenor saxophone
Virgil Jones    Trumpet
Albert Dailey    Piano
Bob Cunningham    Bass
Alan Dawson    Drums

Producer: Cal Lampley
Recording Date: December 2, 1965
Recording Studio: Van Gelder Studio
Recording Engineer: Rudy Van Gelder

tracklist:

A1        Raunchy Rita
Written-By – Frank Foster
    5:20
A2        Janie Huk
Written-By – Frank Foster
    11:10
A3        Thingaroo
Written-By – Frank Foster
    3:30
B1        Baby Ann
Written-By – Frank Foster
    6:00
B2        Jitterbug Waltz
Written-By – Fats Waller
    9:15
B3        Disappoachment
Written-By – Frank Foster
    5:40

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Pat Bowie Feelin’ Good! LP Review | Prestige Records 1965

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Prestige records 1965 – PR 7437

 

 notes:

Jazz vocalist Pat Bowie delivers a warm and expressive performance on 
Feelin’ Good!, a sophisticated Prestige Records release supported by an 
all-star jazz ensemble. Backed by the lyrical piano work of Tommy Flanagan, 
the vibrant alto saxophone of Charles McPherson, the deep swing of Al Hall
and the tasteful drumming of Osie Johnson, this LP captures the elegance 
of classic jazz singing during the golden era of Prestige Records. Feelin’ Good! 
remains a rewarding listen for collectors of
 vintage vocal jazz, hard bop and rare Prestige sessions.
Released on the legendary Prestige Records label as PR 7437, Feelin’ Good! 
by Pat Bowie is an elegant jazz vocal album featuring an exceptional quartet 
led by alto saxophonist Charles McPherson, pianist Tommy Flanagan, bassist 
Al Hall and drummer Osie Johnson. Combining soulful interpretations, refined 
swing rhythms and intimate club-style arrangements, the LP stands as a hidden
 gem of 1960s jazz vocals and Prestige Records catalog history.



credits:

Alto Saxophone – Charles McPherson
Bass – Al Hall
Drums – Osie Johnson
Piano – Tommy Flanagan
Vocals – Pat Bowie

Recorded at Van Gelder Studio on:

September 7, 1965
September 9, 1965
Producer – Cal Lampley
Engineer – Rudy Van Gelder


tracklist:


A1        Baby Won't You Please Come Home    2:15
written by Williams,Wrfield-picwick
A2        Since I Fell For You    3:42
written by Johnson-Advanced
A3        They Can't Take That Away From Me    3:42
written by Gershwin
A4        You Don't Know What Love Is    3:47
written by Raye, De paul,leeds
A5        Summertime    3:35
written by Gershwin
B1        Why Don't You Do Right    3:42
written by McCoy,Mayfair
B2        Wonder Why    4:07
written by  griffith,Four
B3        I Wanna Be Loved    3:45
written by Green,Rose,Heyman
B4        Lonesome Road    3:07
written by Shilkret,Auston
B5        Feeling Good    4:11
written by Bricusse, newley

 

 

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Richard “Groove” Holmes – Super Soul (1967)

Richard “Groove” Holmes – Super Soul (1967): Classic Soul-Jazz Hammond Organ Album

Prestige ‎records 1967 – PRST 7497

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A Soul-Jazz Classic from the Hammond B3 Master

Super Soul is a 1967 album by legendary jazz organist Richard “Groove” Holmes, 

recorded in Chicago and released on the Prestige label. The album blends 

soul-jazz grooves, big-band arrangements and pop-influenced repertoire,

 a style that helped Holmes become one of the most recognizable 

Hammond organ players of the era

Richard “Groove” Holmes (1931-1991) was a major figure in the soul-jazz 

movement, known for his powerful Hammond B-3 sound and his crossover

 success with the hit version of “Misty.”

His style mixed blues, gospel and jazz improvisation, making him one 

of the most influential organists of the 1960s.

credits:

Richard "Groove" Holmes - organ

The Super Soul Big Band arranged 

and conducted by Richard Evans

Recorded April 26 & 27, 1967

Chicago, Illinois

Producer Cal Lampley

tracklist:

A1 Why Don't You Do Right

Written-By – Joe McCoy

3:40

A2 Ain't That Peculiar

Written-By – Tarplin*, Rogers*, Robinson*, Moore*

3:10

A3 In Between The Heartaches

Written-By – Bacharach/David*

3:20

A4 Function At The Junction 3:11

A5 Green Dolphin Street

Written-By – Kaper*

6:40

B1 I Will Wait For You

Written-By – Denny*, LeGrande*, Gimbel*

4:00

B2 Back Home Again In Indiana

Written-By – McDonald*, Hanley*

5:08

B3 Tennessee Waltz

Written-By – Stewart*

2:40

B4 Bluesette

Written-By – Theilman*

4:10

B5 Super Soul

Written-By – Holmes*

3:05

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Richard “Groove” Holmes – Soul Power! (1968)

Richard “Groove” Holmes – Soul Power (1968) | Classic Soul-Jazz Album Review

Prestige records 1967  PRST 7543

notes:

Richard “Groove” Holmes remains one of the great Hammond B-3 

organists of the soul-jazz era. His 1968 album Soul Power! on 

Prestige Records captures the relaxed but deeply funky style that 

made him a key figure of late-1960s jazz. Recorded in December 1967,

 the album blends original material with soul and pop covers such 

as “Sunny,” “Gimme Little Sign,” and Horace Silver’s “The Preacher.”

Crédits

    Congas – Dave Blume

    Drums – Ben Dixon

    Electric Bass – Jimmy Lewis 

    Lead Guitar – Wally Richardson

    Organ – Richard "Groove" Holmes

    Rhythm Guitar – Steve Wolfe

Producer – Cal Lampley

Recorded By – Rudy Van Gelder

Recorded  December 19, 1967

Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey

tracklist:

A1 Soul Power

Written-By – Holmes*

5:50

A2 Gimme Little Sign

Arranged By – Dave Blume

Written-By – Smith*, Hooven*, Winn*

2:30

A3 How Can I Be Sure

Arranged By – Dave Blume

Written-By – Brigati*, Cavaliere*

5:00

A4 Sunny

Written-By – Hebb*

5:35

B1 Since I Fell For You

Soloist – Holmes*, Wally Richardson

Written-By – Johnson*

8:25

B2 The Preacher

Written-By – Gonzales*, Silver*

7:15

B3 Girl Talk

Written-By – Troup*, Hefti*

5:50

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Don Patterson – Mellow Soul (1967)

Don Patterson – Mellow Soul (1967, Prestige Records)  Soul Jazz Album Review

Prestige records  1967‎– PRST 7510

notes:

Don Patterson’s Mellow Soul (1967, Prestige Records) is a soulful jazz 

organ album that perfectly blends groove, blues, and hard bop elegance. 

Recorded with an outstanding lineup featuring Cedar Walton and 

Billy Higgins, this session stands as one of Patterson’s most accessible

and melodic recordings. Mellow Soul captures the warm, swinging

side of soul jazz while maintaining the sophistication of classic modern jazz.

credits:

David Newman (tenor sax, flute)

Don Patterson (organ)

Billy James (drums)

recorded:

Rudy Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, 

NJ, May 10, 1967

Producer Cal Lampley

tracklist:

All compositions by Don Patterson except as indicated

A1 Hump Snapa Blues 5:00

A2 Music To Think By 4:00

A3 Darben The Redd Foxx 4:55

            (James Moody) 

B1 Mellow Soul 6:40

B2 Head 6:05

            (David Newman)

B3 These Foolish Things 9:45

            (Jack Strachey, Eric Maschwitz)

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Illinois Jacquet ‎– The Soul Explosion

Illinois Jacquet – The Soul Explosion lp Prestige Soul Jazz Classic

Prestige ‎records 1969 – PR 7629

notes:

Released in 1969 on Prestige Records, The Soul Explosion captures 

Illinois Jacquet at his most soulful and powerful. Long celebrated 

for his raw, blues-driven tenor saxophone, Jacquet rides the wave

 of late-60s soul jazz without losing the swing and fire that made 

him a legend. This session blends big-band muscle, organ-soaked 

grooves and extended improvisation into one of the strongest

 albums of his later Prestige years.

credits:

Baritone Saxophone – Cecil Payne

Bass, Electric Bass [Fender] – Al Lucas

Drums – Al Foster

Guitar – Wally Richardson

Piano, Organ – Milt Buckner

Tenor Saxophone – Frank Foster, Illinois Jacquet

Trombone – Matthew Gee

Trumpet – Ernie Royal, Joe Newman, Russell Jacquet

recorded at:

Rudy Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, NJ, March 25, 1969

Producer – Don Schlitten

Recorded By – George Klabin

tracklist:

A1 The Soul Explosion

Written-By – Gladys Bruce

9:23

A2 After Hours

Written-By – Parrish*, Feyne*, Bruce*

7:30

B1 St. Louis Blues

Written-By – W. C. Handy

3:06

B2 I'm A Fool To Want You

Written-By – Sinatra*, Wolf*, Herron*

8:53

B3 The Eighteenth Hole

Written-By – Gladys Bruce

3:30

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Funk Inc. Funk Inc.

 Funk Inc. – Hangin’ Out (Prestige Records, 1972)

Prestige records 1972  PRST10031

notes:

Funk Inc. – Hangin’ Out is a standout jazz-funk /,soul-jazz album from 

the early 1970s, released on Prestige Records. Recorded at the legendary 

Van Gelder Studio in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, the album captures

the group at their tightest — blending deep funk grooves, Hammond 

organ workouts, and jazz improvisation.

credits:

    Gene Barr - Tenor saxophone

    Cecil Hunt - Conga

    Jimmy Munford - Drums, Vocals

    Bobby Watley - Organ, Vocals

    Steve Weakley - Guitar

  Recorded:

December 1, 1972 at Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey

 Producer  Ozzie Cadena

 Engineer  Rudy Van Gelder

     

Trackslist:

A1 Smokin' At Tiffany's

Electric Bass – Gordon Edwards

5:30

A2 Give Me Your Love 5:35

A3 We Can Be Friends

Vocals – Bobby Watley, Jimmy Mumford*

5:15

B1 Dirty Red

Electric Bass – Gordon Edwards

6:05

B2 I Can See Clearly Now 6:00

B3 I'll Be Around

Electric Bass – Gordon Edwards

4:55

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Sonny Criss

 

 

The Beat Goes On!

 

 

 

Prestige records 1968 ‎– PRST 7558

notes:

The Beat Goes On! is a jazz album by alto saxophonist Sonny Criss 
recorded in 1968 and released on the Prestige label.


credits:

    Alto Saxophone – Sonny Criss
    Bass – Bob Cranshaw
    Drums – Alan Dawson
    Piano – Cedar Walton

    Producer, Design, Photography By  – Don Schlitten
    Recorded in New York City; January 12, 1968.
   Recorded By – Richard Alderson

tracklist:

A1 The Beat Goes On 
(Sonny Bono) – 7:13
A2 Georgia Rose 
(Jimmy Flynn, Harry Rosenthal, Alex Sullivan) - 3:22
A3 Somewhere My Love 
Maurice Jarre, Paul Francis Webster) – 4:58
B1 Calidad 
(Sonny Criss) – 5:29
B2 Yesterdays 
(Otto Harbach, Jerome Kern) – 5:51
B3 Ode To Billy Joe 
(Bobbie Gentry) – 6:19

 

 

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Sonny Criss ‎

Rockin' In Rhythm

 

 

 

Prestige ‎records  1968  – PRST 7610

notes:

Rockin' in Rhythm is a jazz album by alto saxophonist Sonny Criss 
recorded in 1968 and released on the Prestige label.

credits:

Alto Saxophone – Sonny Criss
Bass – Bob Cranshaw
Drums – Alan Dawson
Piano – Eddie Green 

Recorded By – Richard Alderson
NYC, July 2, 1968
Producer    Don Schlitten

Tracklist:

A1        Eleanor Rigby
Written-By – Lennon-McCartney
5:32
A2        When The Sun Comes Out
Written-By – Arlen*, Koehler*
6:31
A3        Sonnymoon For Two
Written-By – Sonny Rollins
4:50
B1        Rockin' In Rhythm
Written-By – Ellington*, Carney*, Mills*
4:37
B2        Misty Roses
Written-By – Tim Hardin
5:53
B3        The Masquerade Is Over
Written-By – Wrubel*, Magidson*
5:47

 

 

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Richard Groove Holmes

 

 

Get Up And Get It!

 

 

Prestige records 1967 – PR 7514

notes:

Get Up & Get It! is an album by jazz organist Richard "Groove" Holmes 
which was recorded in 1967 and released on the Prestige label.
Stewart Mason of Allmusic stated, "The organ trio format is so ensconced 
in the minds of soul-jazz fans that hearing this album, which puts 
Richard "Groove" Holmes' funky Hammond B3 in the context of a larger group, 
sounds odd and over-produced at first... but thankfully, Holmes' sidemen 
are up to the task at hand and steer clear of over-playing... 
The original "Groove's Blue Groove" is a particular highlight, but the entire album is worthy"

Credits:

    Richard "Groove" Holmes - organ
    Teddy Edwards - tenor saxophone
    Pat Martino - guitar
    Paul Chambers - bass
    Billy Higgins - drums

Producer,  – Don Schlitten
Recorded By – Rudy Van Gelder
Rudy Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, NJ, May 29, 1967

tracklist:

A1        Get Up And Get It
Written-By – Edwards*
5:39
A2        Lee-Ann
Written-By – Edwards*
5:05
A3        Body And Soul
Written-By – Green*
9:30
B1        Broadway
Written-By – McRae*
5:31
B2        Groove's Blues Groove
Written-By – Holmes*
8:00
B3        Pennies From Heaven
Written-By – Johnstone*, Burke*
6:40

 

 

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Willis Jackson ‎

 

 

The Good Life

 

 

Prestige ‎Records 1963 – PR 7296

notes:

The Good Life is an album by saxophonist Willis Jackson which 
was recorded in 1963 and released on the Prestige label
Allmusic awarded the album 2½ stars stating "IIt's pleasing, if unsurprising,
 early-'60s organ soul-jazz with a good balance between brass, organ, 
and guitar, perhaps more useful as club groove music than home listening".

credits:

    Willis Jackson – tenor saxophone
    Frank Robinson – trumpet
    Carl Wilson – organ
    Pat Martino – guitar
    Leonard Gaskin – bass (tracks 6 & 7)
    Joe Hadrick – drums

Producer – Ozzie Cadena
Recorded By – Rudy Van Gelder
 at Van Gelder Studio in Englewood Cliffs, 
New Jersey on May 23 (tracks 1-5), 
& May 24 (tracks 6 & 7), 1963

A1 The Good Life    
Written-By – Reardon, Distel
A2 The Days Of Wine & Roses
Composed By – Henry Mancini, Johnny Mercer
A3 As Long As She Needs Me
Composed By – Lionel Bart
A4 Fly Me To The Moon
Composed By – Bart Howard
B1 Angel Eyes
Composed By – Matt Dennis
B2 Troubled Times
Composed By – Willis Jackson
B3 Walk Right In

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