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Expoobident
Lee Morgan
Featuring: Lee Morgan (tp), Clifford Jordan (ts), Eddie Higgins (p), Art Davis (b), Art Blakey (d)
REFERENCE: VJ 008
BAR CODE: 84 27328 41008 3
Recorded late in the trumpeter's short career, this fine release originally issued by Vee-Jay Records has been given new life over the years through at least a couple of reissues. This one includes four previously released alternate takes from the seven tracks, each of which features a strong hard bop quintet, with Art Blakey on drums, Eddie Higgins on piano, Art Davis on bass, and Clifford Jordan on tenor saxophone. The set is a tad more laid-back than the earlier classic Blue Note sessions. Nonetheless, this one offers its rewards, including a rare chance to hear Eddie Higgins in full force, a late view of Blakey as a sideman, and a stunning front line with unsung giant, Clifford Jordan. Morgan is in good form, swinging and blowing passionately, and his interpretations of "Easy Living" and "Just in Time" are among his best. The Koch release retains the original liner notes by Nat Hentoff, as well as the attractive artwork on the initial issue.
Steven Loewy -Allmusic.com
Tracklisting:
01. Expoobident
02. Easy Living
03. Triple Track
04. Fire
05. Just In Time
06. The Hearing
07. Lost And Found
08. Expoodident (Alternate Take)
09. Triple Track (Alternate Take)
10. Fire (Alternate Take)
11. Just In Time (Alternate Take)
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