I Just Dropped By To Say Hello: Vinyl LP SOVRSAPRIL24SALE Donald Byrd’s 1974 R&B-Funk fusion

Donald Byrd’s 1974 R&B-Funk fusion masterpiece Stepping Into Tomorrow was the third album the trumpet legend made in collaboration with visionary producer Larry Mizell

” the hard-charging title track

” “Ruth

5 - I Concentrate On You

including this 1958 session showcasing the great alto saxophonist backed by an all-star group including Ben Webster & Billy Strayhorn

I Just Dropped By To Say Hello: Vinyl LP SOVRSAPRIL24SALE Donald Byrd’s 1974 R&B-Funk fusionThe second of three albums Hartman recorded for Impulse (and following the classic Coltrane Hartman masterpiece), Hartmans voice is again on display at his best, including Wee Small Hours of the Morning, Charade, and Sleepin Bee. Hartmans supporting cast is nearly as impressive as his voice, with Hank and Elvin Jones (piano drums), and Milt Hinton (bass) as rhythm section. Kenny Burrell and Jim Hall contribute on guitar across the album and Illinois