Jazz / Post-Bop; Hard Bop
Recorded: May 2, 1959-Feb 11, 1963, Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
Part of the Connoisseur Series this 1963 set by Jackie McLean set has the recording debut of drummer Tony Williams along with strong contributions from Byrd, pianist Herbie Hancock, and bassist Butch Warren. The group originals are a raging force and the music ranges from catchy funk and hard bop to strong hints of the avant-garde.
Jackie McLean - alto saxophone
Donald Byrd - trumpet
Kenny Dorham - trumpet
Sonny Clark - piano
Herbie Hancock - piano
Butch Warren - bass
Billy Higgins - drums
Tony Williams - drums |
