Johnny Hodges was perhaps the most important soloist and sideman in Duke Ellington's orchestra for nearly 50 years. The self-taught player made many solo forays during his long career, including this 1958 session showcasing the great alto saxophonist backed by an all-star group including Ben Webster and Billy Strayhorn. Verve's Acoustic Sounds Series features transfers from analog tapes and remastered 180-gram vinyl in deluxe gatefold packaging.
Track Listing:
1. I Didn't Know About You - Johnny Hodges
2. Cool Your Motor - Johnny Hodges
3. Gone With the Wind - Johnny Hodges
4. Honey Hill - Johnny Hodges
5. Blues A-plenty - Johnny Hodges
6. Don't Take Your Love from Me - Johnny Hodges
7. Saturday Afternoon Blues - Johnny Hodges
8. Satin Doll - Johnny Hodges
9. Reeling and Rocking - Johnny Hodges
Year of Production:
1958
