The Red Garland Trio – Groovy / Poll Winners Records CD Audio 2010

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Groovy is an album by jazz pianist Red Garland and his trio, released in 1957 on Prestige Records.

William McKinley "Red" Garland, Jr. (May 13, 1923 – April 23, 1984) was an American modern jazz pianist. Known for his work as a bandleader and during the 1950s with Miles Davis, Garland helped popularize the block chord style of piano playing.

In his review on AllMusic, Michael G. Nastos states: "Red Garland's third recording as a leader has him playing very well, somewhat energetic and more inclusive in his direction to span the mainstream jazz palate beyond the cool exterior he emanates. The title might be a bit deceptive, for this is not a project where soul-jazz or early boogaloo influences turned jazzmen into groovemeisters -- it's a swinging groove. It is said that by the third recording, most musicians should have their style down pat and begin attempting to take the music to a higher level. You really hear that in this recording, which was a springboard to making Red Garland one of the most revered and respected jazz pianists of the modern era."

 

This edition contains the classic Red Garland LP Groovy (Prestige 7113) in its entirety. Four bonus tracks have been added which were recorded during the same sessions.

Tracks 4, 5, 7 & 8 recorded December 14, 1956.
Track 6 recorded May 24, 1957.
Tracks 1 to 3, 9 & 10 recorded August 9, 1957.

 

 

12-page booklet including credits and liner notes.