This 1964 release showcases Les McCann's signature blend of jazz and soul, capturing his raw energy as a live performer. It features a dynamic selection of tracks that highlight his improvisational prowess and deep groove.
- The album was recorded live at the Cheetah Club in Los Angeles, California. It features a collaboration with alto saxophonist Stanley Turrentine. The album reached number 19 on Billboard's Jazz Albums chart.
- This album was one of McCann's earliest recordings for Blue Note Records. It helped establish his reputation as a leading figure in the soul-jazz movement of the 1960s.
- The track "Compared to What" became a signature song for McCann, though it was more famously covered later by Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway.
Les McCann is a jazz pianist and composer from Lexington, Kentucky, known for his soul-jazz style and energetic live performances. In 1964, he was an emerging artist on the jazz scene, having recently signed with the prestigious Blue Note Records.
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