Johnny Griffin – Johnny G.G.

Johnny Griffin – Catharsis

From “Johnny Griffin Sextet“: 1958 : Riverside RLP 12-274

More great Hard Bop, this album was actually Tenor Sax player Johnny Griffin’s debut on the Riverside Records label.  Joined by some great talent, including Donald Byrd and Pepper Adams (who would soon have their own fruitful partnership), Griffin tackles some obscure compositions as well as one of his original tunes (Catharsis).

Players:
Johnny Griffin – Tenor Sax
Pepper Adams – Baritone Sax
Donald Byrd – Trumpet
Kenny Drew – Piano
Wilbur Ware – Bass
Philly Joe Jones – Drums