Benny Golson and the Philadelphians is an album by saxophonist Benny Golson which was recorded in 1958. Originally released on the United Artists label, the album was re-issued in 1998 on the Blue Note label with four additional bonus tracks.
“Benny Golson and the Philadelphians is magnificent—a hard bop record from 1958 that is definitely worth owning, for the playing and the compositions.” – Marc Davis/AllAboutJazz.
Track listing:
All compositions by Benny Golson except as indicated
“You’re Not the Kind” (Gigi Gryce) – 4:17
“Blues on My Mind” – 7:27
“Stablemates” – 5:44
“Thursday’s Theme” – 7:35
“Afternoon in Paris” (John Lewis) – 6:50
“Calgary” (Ray Bryant) – 3:36
“Blues March” – 4:02 Bonus track on CD reissue
“I Remember Clifford” – 2:59 Bonus track on CD reissue
“Moanin'” (Bobby Timmons) – 6:04 Bonus track on CD reissue
“Stablemates” [2nd Version] – 8:07 Bonus track on CD reissue
Personnel:
Benny Golson – tenor saxophone
Lee Morgan – trumpet
Ray Bryant — piano
Percy Heath – bass
Philly Joe Jones – drums
Bonus tracks recorded in Paris, France, on December 12, 1958
Roger Guérin – trumpet
Benny Golson – tenor saxophone
Bobby Timmons – piano
Pierre Michelot – bass
Christian Garros – drums
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Released: 1958
Recorded: November 17, 1958
Nola’s Penthouse Sound Studios, New York City
Length: 37:09
Label: United Artists
UAL 4020
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