Chambers's 1957 album "Bass on Top" presented a rare opportunity to hear the bassist lead a group through a program of standards and originals. The recording captured Chambers in his element, navigating the changes with a deep, resonant tone.
- "Bass on Top" was recorded on October 1, 1957, at the legendary Van Gelder Studios in Hackensack, New Jersey.
- The album features Chambers in a quartet with pianist Horace Parlan, drummer Art Taylor, and guitarist Kenny Burrell.
- This was one of several albums Chambers recorded for Blue Note in the late 1950s, solidifying his reputation as a premier jazz bassist.
Paul Chambers was an American jazz bassist from Pittsburgh, best known for his work in hard bop and post-bop. At the time of "Bass on Top," he was a key figure in the Blue Note Records stable, a celebrated sideman and leader in his own right.
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