Kelly Blue

A quintessential album from one of hard bop's most influential pianists. Featuring an all-star lineup in both trio and sextet formats, the record is a masterclass in Kelly's signature style: an elegant, buoyant touch, deep blues feeling, and an impeccable sense of swing. The title track has become a jazz standard, and the album as a whole is a perfect encapsulation of the sophisticated, soulful mainstream jazz of the period.