This 1964 release finds Hodges in a soulful setting, with backing by members of the Count Basie Orchestra. It features Hodges' signature smooth tone and bluesy phrasing.
- The album was recorded in New York City. It was released on the GRP label. The album features arrangements by Rabbitt Smith.
- The album was recorded on April 16, 1964. It was released in July 1964. It was Hodges' first album for the GRP label.
- This album was released during a period of transition for jazz, as the music began to incorporate more elements of soul and funk. Hodges' playing on this album bridged the gap between traditional jazz and contemporary R&B.
Johnny Hodges was an alto saxophonist and composer, a pioneering figure in jazz and bebop. He was a leading member of the Duke Ellington Orchestra for decades.
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