Jimmy Forrest was a very consistent tenor, able to infuse bop and swing standards with soul and his distinctive tone. With the assistance of pianist
Hugh Lawson, bassist
Tommy Potter, drummer
Clarendon Johnson and
Ray Barretto on congas,
Forrest explores mostly veteran tunes, such as a jumping "Annie Laurie," and the calypso "Matilda," a sentimental "My Buddy," "Robbins Nest," and even "Sonny Boy." Enjoyable music from the warm tenor.
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Scott Yanow, Rovi