Sam Bush

Johnny Griffin - Bush Dance (2004) {Galaxy GCD-95004-2 rec 1978-83}
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© 1978-83, 2004 Galaxy / Fantasy | GCD-95004-2
Jazz / Bop / Mainstream Jazz / Post Bop / Saxophone

Johnny Griffin has (at least since the mid-'50s) been one of the masters of the tenor sax although consistently underrated. This studio session is one of his great achievements, particularly a fascinating (and cleverly constructed) 17-minute version of "A Night in Tunisia." Whether it be his own "The Jams Are Coming" or a lyrical version of the veteran ballad "Since I Fell for You," Griffin (joined here by guitarist George Freeman, bassist Sam Jones, drummer Albert Heath and percussionist Kenneth Nash) is inspired and quite creative throughout this highly recommended gem.

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