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A Caddy for Daddy

Hank Mobley · 1967

39 min · 5 tracks · soul · hard bop

A vibrant blend of hard bop and soul, with intricate melodies and improvisational brilliance.

A Caddy for Daddy is an album by Hank Mobley, released in 1967. A vibrant blend of hard bop and soul, with intricate melodies and improvisational brilliance. This album is significant not only for its artistic merit but also for its place within the hard bop genre during the late 1960s. Critics highlighted its fresh compositions, contributing to Mobley's reputation as an influential jazz musician, and it received favorable reviews, helping to solidify his legacy in jazz history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does A Caddy for Daddy sound like?

A vibrant blend of hard bop and soul, with intricate melodies and improvisational brilliance. Rooted in soul and hard bop.

What makes A Caddy for Daddy by Hank Mobley notable?

This album is significant not only for its artistic merit but also for its place within the hard bop genre during the late 1960s. Critics highlighted its fresh compositions, contributing to Mobley's reputation as an influential jazz musician, and it received favorable reviews, helping to solidify his legacy in jazz history. By the time 'A Caddy for Daddy' was released in 1967, Hank Mobley was already a respected figure in jazz, known for his hard bop style. This album followed his previous works like 'No Room for Squares' (1963) and showcased his continued evolution as a saxophonist and composer during a prolific period in his career.

How many songs are on A Caddy for Daddy?

A Caddy for Daddy has 5 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Tracklist

5 tracks·39:58

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 A Caddy for Daddy Standout 9:24
  • 2 The Morning After Standout 9:48
  • 3 Venus Di Mildew Standout 7:14
  • 4 Ace Duece Trey 7:17
  • 5 3rd Time Around 6:15

Release Date

January 1, 1967

Genre

hard bop, soul

More albums in hard bop

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

39 min 58 sec