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Kenny Dorham Quintet

Kenny Dorham · 1954

38 min · 11 tracks · jazz

A lively interplay of melodic lines and intricate rhythms, showcasing hard-bop's early sophistication.

Where this album fits

Career context
The 'Kenny Dorham Quintet' was released in 1954, marking Dorham's emergence as a prominent figure in the hard bop movement. This album followed his previous work with the legendary jazz group the Jazz Messengers, showcasing his growing artistic identity as a bandleader and composer.
Stylistic neighbors
Sun Ra· Charles Mingus· Clark Terry

Tracklist

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

  • 1 An Oscar for Oscar (take 1) 2:48
  • 2 Ruby My Dear (take 2) 3:05
  • 3 Be My Love (take 2) 3:35
  • 4 Ruby My Dear (take 1) 3:09
  • 5 Osmosis 2:42
  • 6 I Love You 3:54
  • 7 Darn That Dream (take 1) 4:50
  • 8 Darn That Dream (take 2) 4:54
  • 9 I Love You (take 2) 3:55
  • 10 Chicago Blues 2:55
  • 11 Lonesome Lover Blues 3:08

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata