This 1959 album showcases Cobb's signature tenor sax sound, bridging R&B energy with mainstream jazz sensibilities. The album was recorded during a period of transition for Cobb, following his brief stint with Lionel Hampton's orchestra.
- The album was recorded at Van Gelder Studios in Hackensack, New Jersey.
- The recording sessions featured a lineup including pianist Ernie Hayes, bassist George Duvivier, and drummersell-Perkins.
- The album was released on the From The Valley label, a jazz imprint.
Arnett Cobb was a tenor saxophonist from Houston, Texas, known for his work in the jazz genre, particularly his hard-hitting, honking tenor sound. In 1959, Cobb was at a point in his career where he was transitioning from his earlier R&B-inflected jazz to more mainstream jazz recordings.
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