Hank Mobley - Curtain Call (LP)

Hank Mobley's 'Curtain Call' is a hidden gem in the jazz world, recorded on 18 August 1957 and finally released on the Japanese Blue Note label in 1984. This hard bop masterpiece features a stellar quintet, with Mobley on tenor saxophone, joined by Kenny Dorham on trumpet, Sonny Clark on piano, Jimmy Rowser on bass, and Art Taylor on drums. The six-track set boasts four Mobley originals, including 'Don't Get Too Hip', 'Curtain Call', 'The Mobe', and 'On The Bright Side', alongside two beautifully crafted standards, 'Deep In A Dream' and 'My Reverie'. With its straightforward, swinging style, 'Curtain Call' is a testament to Mobley's understated yet undeniable talent, making it an essential listen for fans of the genre. Clocking in at 41 minutes, this album is a concise yet captivating collection of jazz classics, showcasing the very best of Mobley's unique sound.