The Poll Winners Ride Again!
Barney Kessel · 1958
38 min · 9 tracks · jazz
A vibrant celebration of jazz infused with playful melodies and intricate guitar work that invites listeners to revel in its spontaneity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Volare (Nel blu, dipinto di blu) — This track showcases Kessel's ability to blend traditional jazz with popular standards, highlighting his technical prowess and melodic sensibilities.
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Angel Eyes — Kessel's interpretation brings a lush emotional depth to this classic, demonstrating his skill at creating intricate arrangements that elevate the original composition.
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Spring Is Here — The interplay between the musicians shines through in this piece, allowing Kessel's guitar work to take center stage while complementing the rich harmonies of the ensemble.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- warm and joyful melodies
- short bursts of energetic fun
- playful improvisation throughout
- for social gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, introspective pieces
- seek heavy emotional weight
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1958, The Poll Winners Ride Again! was Barney Kessel's follow-up to his successful debut album, showcasing his growth as a prominent guitarist in the jazz scene. At this time, Kessel was solidifying his reputation alongside fellow musicians like Shelly Manne and Ray Brown, who contributed to this collaborative effort, further establishing the trio's dynamic sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Django Reinhardt· Stochelo Rosenberg· Joscho Stephan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Be Deedle Dee Do 5:35
- 2 Volare (Nel blu, dipinto di blu) 4:23
- 3 Spring Is Here 4:10
- 4 The Surrey With the Fringe on Top 5:30
- 5 Custard Puff 4:27
- 6 When the Red, Red Robin Comes Bob, Bob, Bobbin' Along 4:18
- 7 Foreign Intrigue 3:22
- 8 Angel Eyes 4:43
- 9 The Merry Go Round Broke Down 2:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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