Johnny Hodges was perhaps the most important soloist and sideman in Duke Ellington's orchestra for nearly 50 years. The self-taught player made many solo forays during his long career, including this 1958 session showcasing the great alto saxophonist backed by an all-star group including Ben Webster & Billy Strayhorn. Verve’s Acoustic Sounds Series features transfers from analog tapes and remastered 180-gram vinyl in deluxe gatefold packaging.

Tracklist

Side A
1.     I Didn't Know About You
2.     Cool Your Motor
3.     Gone With The Wind
4.     Honey Hill
5.     Blues A-Plenty
6.     Don’t Take Your Love From Me

Side B
1.     Saturday Afternoon Blues
2.     Satin Doll
3.     Reeling and Rocking