Newborn's 1960 SINETONE AMR release showcases his singular talent for bridging bebop intensity with accessible repertoire. He delivers a selection of standards with impeccable taste and dazzling technique.
- The album was recorded in late 1959 and released in June 1960.
- The label, SINETONE AMR, was a subsidiary of American Music Records, which specialized in jazz.
- This release features Newborn in a trio setting, emphasizing his improvisational prowess.
Phineas Newborn Jr. was a jazz pianist from Memphis, Tennessee, known for his fluid, virtuosic style. In 1960, he was at a creative peak, having recently moved to RCA Victor and exploring more mainstream material.
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