Released: 18/07/25
Quincy Jones returned to the studio as a bandleader with this vibrant big band jazz album, blending his jazz roots with contemporary pop and electric sounds. Featuring jazz legends like Freddie Hubbard, Roland Kirk, Hubert Laws, and J.J. Johnson, the album highlights include a dynamic, extended cover of Hair’s title track, the classic Killer Joe arrangement, and a joyful version of Oh Happy Day. Showcasing tight drumming and top-tier musicianship, this release stands as a high point in Creed Taylor’s A&M era, perfectly capturing the era’s freshest musical trends.