The Montgomery Brothers – Groove Yard (2LP, 45RPM)
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Guitar – Wes Montgomery [click here to see more vinyl featuring Wes Montgomery]
Piano – Buddy Montgomery
Bass – Monk Montgomery
Drums – Bobby Thomas
Written by Buddy Montgomery (A1, C1), Carl Perkins (A2), Ralph Rainger (B1), Leo Robin (B1), Harold Land (B2), Wes Montgomery (C2), Milt Jackson (D1), Irving Berlin (D2)
2LPs, standard sleeve
Limited numbered edition
Original analog Master tape : YES
Heavy Press : 180g
Record color : Black
Speed : 45 RPM
Size : 12'’
Stereo
Studio
Record Press : RTI
Label : Analogue Productions
Original Label : Riverside
Recorded New York City January 3rd 1961
Produced by Orrin Keepnews
Originally released in January 1961
Reissued in 2004
Tracks:
Side A:
- Back To Back
- Groove Yard
Side B:
- If I Should Lose You
- Delirium
Side C:
- Just For Now
- Doujie
Side D:
- Heart Strings
- Remember
Reviews:
“Wes Montgomery was reunited with his brothers Monk and Buddy on this 1961 Riverside session, which also features drummer Bobby Thomas. The guitarist and his brothers are in great form throughout the session in spite of the less-than-ideal piano provided. According to producer Orrin Keepnews, Buddy Montgomery originally intended to split his time on the date between vibes and piano, but the failure of the motor on the former instrument caused him to spend most of his time at the keyboard. The highlight of the evening in the studio is a foot-tapping version of Carl Perkins' "Groove Yard," followed closely by a wild ride through Harold Land's "Delirium." The leader contributed the soulful hard bop work "Doujie." The pianist wrote the driving "Just for Now" and the easygoing blues "Back to Back."” AllMusic Review by Ken Dryden
Ratings:
AllMusic : 4 / 5 ; Discogs : 4.77 / 5