Johnson (trombone) and Phil Woods (alto sax)
a heartfelt take on Joni Mitchell’s “Both Sides Now” and Graham’s Nash title track
an album that laid out a new paradigm for creative music
and the two joined forces again on Satin Doll the following year
The album features large ensembles and includes two swing-era contrapuntal ‘mash-ups’
Give Him The Ooh-La-La (Verve Vault): Vinyl LP SOVRSAPRIL24SALE Johnson (trombone) and Phil WoodsGive Him The Ooh La La, released in 1958 on Verve Records, captures pianist and vocalist Blossom Dearies signature blend of cool understatement, crisp diction, and harmonic finesse. Produced by Norman Granz, the session features Dearie on piano and vocals, leading a quartet with guitarist Herb Ellis, bassist Ray Brown, and drummer Jo Jones. The program includes songs by Cole Porter, Rodgers & Hart, and Nol Coward, along with two Dearie co writes Try