6/13/2023 0 Comments Hank mobley soul station zipIf proof were ever needed of Hank Mobley’s greatness, Soul Station is perfect evidence. Hank plays with heartbreaking lyricism on “If I Should Lose You”. His four originals include his most famous composition, “This I Dig Of You”, which he squeezes for every ounce of its expressive power. Soul Station, a quartet gem from 1960, is unusual for Hank in that Mobley is the only horn, heading a group that includes pianist Wynton Kelly, bassist Paul Chambers and drummer Art Blakey needless to say, a stellar rhythm section! This recording features Hank Mobley at the peak of his powers, taking lengthy solos full of passion and drive. ![]() During 1955-70, Blue Note’s greatest years, Mobley led 25 Blue Note albums and appeared as a sideman on many others. Many have compared the album to Sonny Rollins ‘Saxophone Colossus’ in terms of the importance high praise indeed, but richly deserved. He put plenty of emotion and intensity into every note he played. Soul Station (1960) ‘Soul Station‘ is widely considered not just the best Hank Mobley album, but one of the most famous and influential jazz albums in history. Mobley’s smooth tone and style defined the hard bop era. Hank Mobley (tenor saxophone) Wynton Kelly (piano) Paul Chambers (bass) Art Blakey (drums) Tracks: Remember, This I Dig Of You, Dig Dis, Split Feelin's, Soul Station, If I Should Lose You Review: Hank Mobley was extensively recorded by Blue Note in the 50's and 60's and yet his career ended in near obscurity. ![]() Blue Note” had been given out to a performer, tenor-saxophonist Hank Mobley would have been its recipient.
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