This 1961 trio session captures Hampton Hawes in a moment of confident, hard-swinging post-bop, a definitive statement from a peerless pianist.
- Recorded on August 1, 1961, "For Real!" features Hawes on piano, with a rhythm section composed of Tim Kennedy on bass and Donald Dean on drums. The album was released by Contemporary Records, a label known for its high-quality jazz recordings. "For Real!" showcases Hawes's dynamic improvisational style and his ability to communicate complex musical ideas within a traditional trio setting.
- The album was recorded at Contemporary Records' studio in Los Angeles.
- This album was released during a period when Hawes was actively touring and recording, following his return to music after a prison sentence.
Hampton Hawes was a renowned Los Angeles-based jazz pianist, a central figure in the West Coast jazz scene of the 1950s and 60s. "For Real!" was recorded late in his career, after he had overcome significant personal struggles and was re-establishing himself as a vital performer.
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