Wizard of the Vibes

by Milt Jackson

Wizard of the Vibes cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 1952
  • Label: Blue Note
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 21:13
  • Community rating: 4.08/5 from 6 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

A seminal collection from the master of the vibraphone, Milt 'Bags' Jackson. These early recordings for Blue Note showcase his soulful, blues-drenched lyricism and laid the groundwork for the sound of the Modern Jazz Quartet.

Genres

Descriptors: classic, bluesy, piano, rhythmic, melodic

Tracklist

  1. Criss Cross (3:00)
  2. Eronel (3:05)
  3. Misterioso (2:46)
  4. Evidence (2:33)
  5. Lillie (3:15)
  6. Tahiti (3:29)
  7. Bags' Groove (3:05)

Credits

  • Milt Jackson - primary artist, vibraphone [vibes], written-by
  • Lou Donaldson - alto saxophone, written-by
  • Sahib Shihab - alto saxophone
  • Al McKibbon - bass
  • Percy Heath - bass
  • Paul Bacon - cover
  • Art Blakey - drums
  • Kenny Clarke - drums
  • John Lewis - piano
  • Thelonious Monk - piano, written-by
  • Ann Ronell - written-by
  • Bob Haggart - written-by
  • Johnny Burke - written-by

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