Johnny Hartman - The Voice That Is! (1964) [2012 SACD]

"The lush baritone voice of Johnny Hartman enriched many big bands in the Forties and Fifties including Dizzy Gillespie's and Erol Garner's. But in the Sixties he recorded many fine albums as leader and with all-star small groups. Although not as popular as some of his other releases, The Voice That Is is an exceptional showcase of his beautiful talent…This recording is a wonderfully arranged and supportive showcase for Johnny Hartman's rich and full voice. It may not be as jazzy as some of his recordings, but leaning towards the popular style seems to bring out the best he has to offer." – All About Jazz

Tracks:

01. The More I See You
02. A Slow Hot Wind
03. Let Me Love You
04. Funny World
05. These Foolish Things
06. My Ship
07. The Day The World Stopped Turning
08. Joey, Joey,Joey
09. Sunrise Sunset
10. Waltz For Debbie
11. It Never Entered My Mind

Personnel:

Johnny Hartman (vocals)
Howard Collins & Barry Galbraith (guitars)
Richard Davis (bass)
Dick Hafer (reeds)
Bob Hammer & Hank Jones (piano)
Osie Johnson (drums)
Phil Kraus (marimba)
Willie Rodriguez (percusssion)