Mr. Bechet

by Budd Johnson

Overview

Budd Johnson didn't do much recording as a leader, so this French studio date is particularly valuable. He's reunited with Earl Hines, with whom he played during three stints between 1932-1942; they're joined by drummer Panama Francis and bassist Jimmy Leary. The title track is an original tribute to the king of soprano saxophonists, though it was his second instrument, Johnson delivers a powerful solo with his own unique tone. He's back to tenor sax for the bluesy "Am I Wasting My Time?" and clearly enjoys himself on Hines' romping "Linger Awhile." Like all of Budd Johnson's releases, this CD is strongly recommended.

Product Details

Release Date:	10/14/2008
Label:	CITY HALL RECORDS
UPC:	5060149620489
Rank:	89886

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Budd Johnson   Primary Artist,Sax (Tenor),Sax (Soprano)
Panama Francis   Drums
Earl Hines   Piano
James Leary   Bass
Jean Marc Fritz   Director
Jean Michel Proust   Director

Technical Credits

Jeff Kresser   Translation
Gilbert Pr¿¿neron   Digital Remastering
Johnny Mercer   Composer
Earl Hines   Composer
Gerhard Lehner   Engineer
Harry Owens   Composer
Budd Johnson   Composer
Allie Wrubel   Composer
Vincent Rose   Composer
Matty Malneck   Composer
Herbert Magidson   Composer
Pat Kresser   Translation
Jean Marc Fritz   Liner Notes,Graphic Design
Jean-Pierre Tahmazian   Photography
Jean Michel Proust   Liner Notes,Graphic Design