Recorded June 24, 1966.
In jewel case with four-page color insert and obi. Made in Japan.
"Mustang" is a classic jazz album by the legendary trumpeter Donald Byrd, released in 1966 and now available on CD from UNIJ. This vibrant record captures Byrd at a creative peak, blending hard bop with soulful grooves and innovative arrangements. The album features standout tracks like "Mustang," "Dixie Lee," and "On the Trail," showcasing Byrd's virtuosic trumpet playing alongside an all-star lineup including Sonny Red, Hank Mobley, McCoy Tyner, Walter Booker, and Billy Higgins. Donald Byrd was one of jazz?s most influential figures; his career spanned decades as both a performer and educator. He achieved great success with Blue Note Records during the 1950s-1970s and later helped pioneer jazz fusion with albums such as "Black Byrd." The manufacturer UNIJ is known for its high-quality reissues that preserve the integrity of original recordings while delivering superior sound clarity to modern listeners.