description Candy - Lee Morgan Overview
Lee Morgan’s *Candy* (1958) is a significant hard-bop jazz album showcasing the young trumpeter's burgeoning talent. Recorded during his formative leadership role at Blue Note, it features a dynamic quartet sound characteristic of the era. The album demonstrates Morgan’s melodic approach and harmonic sophistication, making it valuable for listeners interested in 1950s jazz, particularly hard-bop fans and those studying early American music history.
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Candy - Lee Morgan ranks #274 of 702 in the Jazz Album ranking, behind Miles Smiles – Miles Davis, ahead of Mosaic – Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers.
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How old was Lee Morgan when he recorded the album Candy?
Lee Morgan was just nineteen years old when he recorded this 1958 hard bop album. Despite his youth, he was already a seasoned veteran of the jazz scene, having previously played in Dizzy Gillespie's big band.
Who played on Lee Morgan's 1958 album Candy?
The session featured Morgan alongside legendary jazz musicians Doug Watkins on bass and Art Taylor on drums. The ensemble also included Sonny Clark on piano and Curtis Fuller on trombone.
What record label released Lee Morgan's Candy?
The album was released by Blue Note Records. It stands as a prime early example of Morgan's leadership capabilities for the label before his massive crossover success.
Who wrote the title track "Candy"?
The song "Candy" was actually written by Mack David, Alex Kramer, and Joan Whitney as a traditional pop standard. Morgan's instrumental hard bop interpretation transformed the sweet tune into a groovy, soulful masterpiece.
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