Release date: 12-01-2007 (originally released in 1957)

US exclusive limited MONO edition 8-track LP pressed on 200gram QUIEX SUPER VINYL, the 3rd & quite possibly the best of a trio of recordings for Blue Note that are considered a triumph for this tortured artist. One of the truearchitects of be-bop, Powell’s recording history, like his personal life, experienced extreme highs & lows. Before moving to Europe, Blue Note was able to capture him in a variety of groupings - this August 3, 1957 date from Hackensack studio is near sheer perfection! Superbly presented in pasted card sleeve, stickered and sealed in perforated tear bag

Tracks:
01. Some Soul
02. Blue Pearl
03. Frantic Fancies
04. Bud On Bach
05. Keepin' In The Groove
06. Idaho
07. Don't Blame Me
08. Moose The Mooche

One of the few rare non-trio recordings done by Powell from around this time. Bud plays with a trio (Paul Chambers bass, Art Taylor drums) on the whole first section of the record, but the group's then joined by Curtis Fuller for the rest of the set. Fuller's deep trombone makes for a different twist, and a slightly deeper sound than usual -- especially given that the album was recorded live at Birdland. Titles include "Moose The Mooche", "Some Soul", "Blue Pearl", and "Keepin' In The Groove". CD also features an alternate take of "Blue Pearl" -- and Rudy Van Gelder remastering!