 [Larger view] | Milt Jackson - Goodbye
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 Take a left, then straight-ahead | |
| The previous reviewer called this "smooth jazz," but it's not "smooth jazz" as radio & marketing people currently use the term. Despite the 1973 recording date and the occasional presence of an electric piano, it's not an attempt at crossover fusion, either. It's just the kind of record you usually might expect from Milt Jackson, away from the MJQ. Just some excellent, straight-ahead bop, delivered with the greatest of taste. On four of these cuts, Jackson is joined by Hubert Laws, Cedar Walton, Ron Carter, and Steve Gadd. I think the combination of the vibes and Hubert Laws' flute sounds particularly nice. The second track, 'SKJ,' is a leftover from the Sunflower session in '72, with Freddie Hubbard, Herbie Hancock, Billy Cobham, and others; but it fits the program perfectly. If you're normally a fan of Milt Jackson or the other players, don't hesitate. Good stuff from the CTI vault. | |
 smooth..! | |
| Smooth jazz at its finest..if you like smooth, cruising jazz this is for you. A must have for all jazz advocates. |
