A hidden gem at Blue Note, saxophonist Tina Brooks played sideman to legends like Jimmy Smith, Kenny Burrell, and Freddie Hubbard. His career was tragically cut short in the early 1960s due to his addictions, and he passed away in 1974.
Few albums by the saxophonist as a leader were released, and ‘True Blue’ transcends Tina Brooks’ short career, standing out as one of Hard Bop’s true marvels. Released in 1960, this album brings together the best in quintet performance, featuring Freddie Hubbard (trumpet), Duke Jordan (piano), Sam Jones (double bass), and Art Taylor (drums).
Album reissued on 180-gram vinyl and remastered from the original tapes.
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