1965's 'Bumpin'' features Montgomery's signature octave runs and soulful phrasing, bridging the gap between jazz and popular appeal. This Verve release captures the guitarist in a period of significant commercial success.
- The album was produced by Creed Taylor. Guest musicians on the album include Ray Barretto on conga. The album reached number 1 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart.
- The album was recorded at Van Gelder Studio in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey.WithStringThe album reached number 1 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart.WithString
- The album reached number 1 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart.WithStringAnother well-known song from this album is 'Four on Six'.
Wes Montgomery was an American jazz guitarist known for his soulful playing and octave passages. In 1965, Montgomery was at a commercial peak, bridging the gap between jazz and popular audiences.
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