Al Hirt - Raw Sugar / Sweet Sauce / Banana Pudd'n' (1974)

The album "Raw Sugar / Sweet Sauce / Banana Pudd'n'" is a studio work by renowned trumpeter Al Hirt, released in 1974 on the Monument Records label. On this release, the musician, known by his nickname "Jumbo" and as a king of the Dixieland style, experiments with the contemporary sound of that era. The record combines elements of smooth jazz, country-pop, and light funk.

Particular attention in the album is given to the interpretation of popular melodies of the time. Al Hirt uses his virtuoso trumpet technique to create melodic, relaxing instrumental versions of well-known compositions, such as "Rainy Night In Georgia" and "Why Me." The album's sound is characterized by rich orchestrations and a rhythm section typical of 1970s easy listening music.

Tracklist:
1-1 Al Hirt - Raw Sugar [2:33]
1-2 Al Hirt - You'll Never Know [2:49]
1-3 Al Hirt - Banana Pudd'n' [2:42]
1-4 Al Hirt - Why Me [3:00]
1-5 Al Hirt - Dream A Little Dream Of Me [2:47]
1-6 Al Hirt - Granada [3:10]
1-7 Al Hirt - Sweet Sauce [2:25]
1-8 Al Hirt - Melody For Michelle [3:20]
1-9 Al Hirt - The Lonely Bull [3:19]
1-10 Al Hirt - Rainy Night In Georgia [3:57]
1-11 Al Hirt - Dream Baby [3:29]