"This is one of organist Jimmy Smith's classic Blue Note sessions, and the first to draw attention to tenor saxophonist Stanley Turrentine. Recorded in 1960 with Kenny Burrell on guitar, Donald Bailey on drums, and Turrentine, the group reaches the peak of funky soul-jazz that all other challengers of the genre would have to live up to. Included on this uptempo session is a reworking of "When I Grow Too Old to Dream" (a feature for Turrentine), Turrentine's "Minor Chant," two Smith compositions, "Messy Bessie" as well as the set's notable title cut, and the CD-only bonus track, "On the Sunny Side of the Street." Smith's Midnight Special album was recorded at these same sessions, and is also exceptional." (Al Campbell, Allmusic)
Heruitgave van "Astrud Gilberto with Stanley Turrentine" uit 1971.
"Max Roach's post-Clifford Brown ensembles became more experimental down the road, but this 1960 band, with the brothers Tommy and Stanley Turrentine, and Julian Priester, was short-lived, very satisfying, and one of the most memorable combos the drummer led. Continuing to concentrate on hard bop themes, the band is hardly quiet as the title would suggest. It perhaps could be said that this band was a sleeper in not being as recognized as the superior collective talent would indicate. Perhaps the obscure bassist Bob Boswell has something to do with it, or that the front line would find their niches in jazz well past their membership in this fine combo. Of course Roach's drumming is far beyond reproach, but it is his choice of material and their composers that have to strike even the most literate jazz head as quite daring." (Michael G. Nastos, Allmusic; 3,5 uit 5 sterren)
Eén van de iconen der souljazz, die in de jaren '60 platen bij bosjes uitbracht. Dit is z'n 10de, in 1962 in nog geen drie jaar tijd (z'n debuut als bandleider verscheen in 1960). De tenorsaxofonist had een lekker vettige, bluesy toon. Hij is vrijwel voortdurend 'aan het woord' over een relatief simpele, groovende, spaarzaam varierende ritmesectie (Les McCann (p), Herbie Lewis (p) en Otis Finch (d)), waardoor hier goed op valt te swingen. Vrij luchtig dus, maar vaak opwindend. Eén van Turrentine's allerbeste, daar zijn de jazzcritici het wel over eens. In 2005 remasterde Rudy van Gelder z'n 43 jaar eerder gemaakte opnamen eigenhandig.
Werd bekend als pianist bij Charlie Parker. Maakte ook erg veel soloplaten. "Duke Jordan, who played regularly with the Charlie Parker Quintet in 1947, has long been known as a superior bebop pianist whose style was touched by the genius of Bud Powell's innovations. This quintet album (which also features trumpeter Dizzy Reece and the young tenor Stanley Turrentine) gave Jordan an opportunity to record six of his originals and, although none became as well-known as his "Jordu," the music has plenty of strong melodies and variety. This is one of Duke Jordan's better recordings and is quite enjoyable. This is Blue Note's 2007 remastered CD reissue, that includes "Diamond Stud" and "I Should Care" as bonus tracks." (Scott Yanow, Allmusic)
"For this quartet date with pianist Cedar Walton, bassist Ron Carter and drummer Billy Higgins (trumpeter Freddie Hubbard sits in on two numbers), Turrentine is in top form on a variety of standards plus Tommy Turrentine's "Thomasville" and Rahsaan Roland Kirk's "Spirits up Above." A fine session". (Scott Yanow, Allmusic).
Live-album, opgenomen in 1960 in Kaiserslautern. 'Although the playing of The Turrentines is not at the same innovative level as Roach's prior group with Booker Little and George Coleman, they come up with consistently fresh statements during the well-rounded set and the tenorman was already instantly recognizable. Highlights include a couple of Roach drum features, two Kenny Dorham compositions ("Lotus Blossom," "The Villa") and "Night in Tunisia.". (Scott Yanow, Allmusic).
"It had been nine years since organist Jimmy Smith recorded for a major label when Bruce Lundvall approached him to make an album for Elektra Musician. Smith plays some unusual material (including Lionel Richie's "Endless Love" and the "Theme from M.A.S.H.") on this recording but swings everything and has a particularly strong supporting cast -- guitarist George Benson, Stanley Turrentine on tenor, bassist Ron Carter and drummer Grady Tate. A fine comeback date." (Scott Yanow, Allmusic) De bonus bestaat uit vrijwel het complete album "Keep On Comin'", de andere Elektra-plaat uit datzelfde 1983. Alleen de a-typische pianosolo (!) die halverwege die plaat stond is weggelaten. ""Keep on Comin'" is in the soulfully swinging vein that one associates with the great organist, with the music comprised of recent originals by Smith, Griffin, and guitarist Kenny Burrell, who with drummer Mike Baker completes the quartet." (Scott Yanow, Allmusic)
Swingende jazz, soms bluesy (met lekker rollend Hammond orgel), soms soepel dansbaar. Dit is een prima samengestelde (aldus de Penguin Jazz Guide) 'Best Of' van z'n jaren '60-platen voor Blue Note (oa 'Never Let Me Go', 'T's Blues').
"This superb album solidified pianist Gene Harris' return to the jazz major leagues. Teamed up with bassist Ray Brown, drummer Mickey Roker, and tenor saxophonist Stanley Turrentine, Harris stretches out on such songs as Ray Brown's blues "Gene's Lament," "Things Ain't What They Used to Be," "Yours Is My Heart Alone," and "Battle Hymn of the Republic." Harris and Turrentine work together so well on this soulful blues/bop date that one wishes they had teamed up much more often." (Scott Yanow, Allmusic)
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