Freddie Hubbard – ‘Red Clay’ (1970)
Some people think ‘Straight Life’ is the gem of Freddie Hubbard’s epic early-’70s run with the CTI label. I gotta go with ‘Red Clay.’
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Pat Metheny Group – ‘Offramp / First Circle’ (1982/1984)
The foundations laid down here set up the Pat Metheny Group for commercial success on 1985’s ‘The Falcon and the Snowman’ and 1987’s ‘Still Life (Talking).’
Miles Davis – A Tribute to Jack Johnson (1971)
Miles Davis’ ‘Tribute to Jack Johnson’ is less than perfect in many respects, but the imperfections are such that they only add to the intrigue.
Stanton Moore – ‘Flyin’ the Koop’ (2002)
With the outstanding ‘Flyin’ the Koop,’ Stanton Moore leaves little ground uncovered in his search for the rare groove.
Maceo Parker – Roots Revisited (1990)
Get your hands on Maceo Parker’s ‘Roots Revisited.’ It’s good, organic funky soul covering classic tunes by giants like Ray Charles, Charles Mingus and Sly Stone.
