J. J. Johnson - Blue Trombone (1957) [2014 Japan Jazz Collection 1000] CD-Rip

Reissue with latest DSD remastering. Comes with liner notes. A great small group session from trombonist JJ Johnson – a record that sets him up with a crack rhythm section, then really lets him open up on his solos! The approach is a great change from some of the more tightly arranged Johnson albums for Columbia – and is a great reminder of the sharp, soulful hardbop style that first made folks take note of JJ during his early work for Blue Note and Prestige Records! The set cooks nicely – thanks to piano from Tommy Flanagan, bass from Paul Chambers, and drums from Max Roach – and titles include "Kev", "100 Proof", and "What's New". Including the two part "Blue Trombone," and shows listeners why he is still considered one of the greatest jazz trombonists of all time.

Tracks:

01. Hello, Young Lovers (5:26)
02. Kev (8:46)
03. What's New (4:51)
04. Blue Trombone, Part 1 (4:23)
05. Blue Trombone, Part 2 (5:06)
06. Gone with the Wind (5:38)
07. 100 Proof (8:28)

Personnel:

J.J. Johnson - trombone
Tommy Flanagan - piano
Paul Chambers - bass
Max Roach - drums