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Essential Gene Ammons

As a relative novice when it comes to Jazz, I have only recently discovered Gene Ammons -- and I am hooked. I bought "Late Hour Special" and like it a lot. I would appreciate any recommendations on where to go next in building a collection (including recommended pressings). Thanks!
jeffreybowman2k
jpstereo
53 posts
 
Boss Tenor!
porziob
316 posts
 
Boss Tenor is probably his seminal recording.
siliab
362 posts
 
I would vote for "Gentle Jug". This is a compilation of a few early 60s recordings that feature Ammons' ballad work, which, I feel is where he is at his absolute best. The recording I have is from Analog Productions, the music production arm of Chad Kassem's outfit. I think it has some of the best tenor sax ballad material on record.
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