This 1960 live album captures Stan Kenton and His Orchestra in full stride, showcasing their powerful arrangements and driving rhythm section on recordings from a tour that year.
- The album was recorded live during a tour in 1960, with specific locations including Purdue University and Purdue University.
- Road Show was released by Capitol Records on June 23, 1960.
- The release features arrangements by well-known Kenton collaborators like Gene Roland and Bill Holman.
Stan Kenton and His Orchestra were a leading jazz ensemble known for their progressive, often bombastic, approach to big band music. In 1960, the orchestra stood as a testament to the enduring power of large jazz ensembles in an era increasingly dominated by smaller groups.
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