A Chip off the Old Block (album)
Introduction '''''A Chip off the Old Block''''' is an album by American jazz saxophonist Stanley Turrentine recorded on October 21, 1963 and released on Blue Note in August 1964, featuring songs written or played by bandleader Count Basie.
Background The album was originally planned as a septet, but after a recording session it was decided to re-record as a slimmed-down quintet, with organist Shirley Scott, trumpeter Blue Mitchell, bassist Earl May, and drummer Al Harewood.The CD reissue includes two early septet takes, with trombonist Tom McIntosh and saxophonist Charles Davis, and Ben Dixon replacing Harewood on drums.
Reception The AllMusic review by Michael G. Nastos states, "The spare approach of Basie is hard to ignore, and though not essential in Turrentine's discography, it is an interesting item that showcases his lighter side positively."
Track listing === Original release ====== CD reissue ===
Personnel === Musicians ======= October 14, 1963 ====* Stanley Turrentine – tenor saxophone* Blue Mitchell – trumpet* Tom McIntosh – trombone* Charles Davis – baritone saxophone* Shirley Scott – organ* Earl May – bass* Ben Dixon – drums==== October 21, 1963 ====* Stanley Turrentine – tenor saxophone* Blue Mitchell – trumpet* Shirley Scott – organ* Earl May – bass* Al Harewood – drums=== Technical personnel ===* Alfred Lion – producer* Rudy Van Gelder – recording engineer* Reid Miles – design* Francis Wolff – photography
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