"The simmering groove of the 10-minute opening title track of s magnificent 1968 album The Phantom sets the stage for one of the most under-recognized gems of the catalog. The pianist, composer, arranger, and Blue Note stalwart assembled a superb cast of musicians including vibraphonist Bobby Hutcherson, flutist Jerry Dodgion, guitarists Sam Brown and Al Gafa, bassist Bob Cranshaw and the magnificent percussion team of Mickey Roker, Victor Pantojo and 'Potato' Valdes on drums and congas. Other highlights include the crisp bossa beat of 'Los Ojos Alegres (The Happy Eyes)' and the tender 'Say You're Mine,' which first appeared on Donald Byrds album The Cat Walk." - Blue Note Records
- 180g black vinyl pressing
- housed in glossy tip-on sleeve
- part of Blue Note's
- all-analog remastercut from the original tapes
- first time on vinyl since 2011
- featuring (p), (vibes), Al Gafa (g), Sam Brown (g), Jerry Dodgion (flute), (b),Mickey Roker (d), Victor Pantojo (perc), Potato Valdes (perc)
- music label: Blue Note Records 2020
