This 1957 session captures Burrell in a quartet setting, showcasing his developing melodic sense and clean, resonant guitar work. The album features a relaxed yet swinging vibe, with Burrell's tasteful improvisations at its core.
- The album was recorded on April 1, 1957. It features Kenny Burrell on guitar, Tommy Flanagan on piano, Jimmy Jackson on bass, and Roy Haynes on drums. The original release was on the Prestige Records label.
- "All Day Long" was reissued on CD in 1991 by Original Jazz Classics. The Original Jazz Classics label is known for reissuing classic jazz recordings.
- The album is composed of three Burrell originals and two standards, "All Day Long" and "Don't Cry Baby."
Kenny Burrell is a jazz guitarist from Detroit known for his lyrical playing and distinctive tone. "All Day Long" was an early album in his career, recorded during a period when he was establishing himself as a prominent voice in hard bop.
Tracklist
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