Not a vocal session from
Ray Charles, but instead a set that showcases his great abilities in jazz – a side of
Charles' talents that Atlantic was focusing on a bit more at the end of the 50s! The record's a collaboration with vibist
Milt Jackson, who's nicely more loose and gritty here than in the company of the Modern Jazz Quartet – and in addition to piano,
Ray also plays a bit of alto sax too – which comes as a nice surprise! Other players include the great Billy Mitchell on tenor sax, Skeeter Best on guitar, Oscar Pettiford on bass, and Connie Kay on drums – and titles include "Blue Funk", "Cosmic
Ray", "Soul Brothers", and "How Long Blues".
(Stereo green & blue label pressing. Cover has a touch of minimal wear, and is great overall!)