This 1957 album features Johnson in a classic trombone duo setting with Kai Winding, a concept that yielded two albums for WM Sweden, of which this was the first.
- "Jay and Kai" was recorded in New York City on February 13, 1957.
- The album was released on the WM Sweden label in April 1957.
- The session featured a rhythm section comprised of Dick Katz on piano, Wendell Marshall on bass, and Jo Jones on drums.
J. J. Johnson was a pioneering trombonist and composer, widely regarded as the most technically proficient trombonist in jazz history. "Jay and Kai" arrived mid-career, following his highly regarded work with the JJ Quintet and preceding his later explorations into larger ensembles and film scores.
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