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A Tom Grant Jazz Classic that has been out of print for over forty years. Remastered for CD (2024).

Name: Tom Grant - Tom Grant (CD)
SKU: WEEC662360
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (170 reviews)

Originally released in 1983 this self titled Tom Grant release really launched his career. Recorded in Tom”s hometown of Portland, Oregon, it features some of Portland”s great musicians. Featured on the album is a song that has become a standard for Tom. ””Witchitai-To”, written by the great Jim Pepper, is an instantly recognizable song by Jazz fans.

Out of print since the late 1980s, this self titled release is completely remastered and available again.

Featuring:

Tom Grant : Piano, Synthesizer & Vocal

Gary Hobbs: Yamaha Drums

Brad Herrett: Bass

Dan Balmer: Guitar

Bruce Babad: Saxophone

Bruce Smith: Percussion

Recorded at Desitrek Studios Portland, Oregon

Engineered & Remastered by Doug Dubrow

””Known for his harmonic sophistication and hooky pop- and R&B-influenced grooves, keyboardist Tom Grant is regarded as one of the main progenitors of the contemporary smooth jazz sound. An Oregon native, Grant first made waves in the late ”70s playing with luminaries like Charles Lloyd, Joe Henderson, and Tony Williams before launching his own lucrative solo career…”
Tom Grant Biography by Matt Collar
AllMusic Guide