This 1997 compilation on Riverside collects material from Montgomery's earlier career, showcasing his signature cool jazz sound. It serves as a good entry point for listeners to discover his influential guitar work.
- "Boss Guitar" was released posthumously, compiled from sessions recorded earlier in Montgomery's career.
- The album features tracks that highlight Montgomery's unique approach to melody and improvisation.
- Riverside Records was a pivotal label in the development of jazz during the late 1950s and early 1960s.
Wes Montgomery was an American jazz guitarist known for his distinctive thumb technique and soulful sound. He rose to prominence in the early 1960s, becoming one of the most popular jazz musicians of his era.
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