Four Classic Albums is an album by Hank Mobley, released in 2017. Four Classic Albums includes a.o. the following tracks: â??High & Flightyâ?, â??Peckin' Timeâ?, â??Split Feelin'sâ?, â??Soul Stationâ? and more. The album is a jazz CD-S. -
"Four Classic Albums" is a remarkable CD release by the legendary jazz saxophonist Hank Mobley, brought to you by Avid Jazz. This collection brings together four of Mobley's most celebrated albums: "Hank Mobley Quartet," "Hank Mobley Sextet," "Soul Station," and "Roll Call." Each album showcases his signature tenor saxophone sound?warm, lyrical, and deeply rooted in hard bop tradition. The tracks feature collaborations with other jazz greats such as Art Blakey, Wynton Kelly, Paul Chambers, and Freddie Hubbard. For both newcomers and seasoned fans of jazz, this set offers an immersive journey through some of the finest moments in 1950s-60s Blue Note history.
Avid Jazz is renowned for its high-quality reissues that preserve the essence of classic recordings while making them accessible to new generations. Their meticulous remastering ensures superb audio fidelity without compromising authenticity.
Hank Mobley was one of the defining voices in post-bop jazz. Born in 1930, he became a central figure on the Blue Note label throughout the '50s and '60s. Known for his soulful tone and sophisticated improvisation style, Mobley's work has influenced countless musicians worldwide. His landmark album "Soul Station" remains a touchstone for tenor saxophonists everywhere.
A tenor saxophonist of infinite subtlety and an ingenious composer, Hank Mobley was somewhat overshadowed by his contemporaries, Rollins and Coltrane. At his best, though, he was unbeatable, and these four albums are the best of his best.