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Veteran trombonist Al Grey leads an unusual quintet on this set from 1988 that, in addition to drummerBobby Durham, features the sons of Al Cohn (guitarist Joe Cohn), Gerald Wiggins (bassist J.J. Wiggins), and his own Mike Grey on second trombone. The two trombonists have similar sounds, with the elder Grey getting the bulk of the solos. The repertoire mixes together swing standards with lesser-known jazz tunes by Thad Jones, Sonny Stitt, Hank Mobley, Al Cohn, Johnny Griffin, Art Farmer, and Al Grey himself. The relaxed straight-ahead music flows nicely and all of the musicians (other thanDurham) have their opportunities to be featured. Worth searching for.

Track Listing

• Bluish Grey
• Sonny”s Tune
• Don”t Blame Me
• Syrup And Bisquits
• Taint No Use
• Al”s Rose
• Night And Day
• Call It Whatchawanna
• Underdog
• Stompin” At The Savoy
• Al”s Blues
• Rue Prevail
• Soap Gets In Your Eyes

Additional Details

Label: Chiaroscuro Records

Genre: Jazz

Run Time: 61:20 mins

Release Date: 03/04/02

UPC: 091454030521