Donald Byrd - Live: Cookin' With Blue Note At Montreux July 5, 1973 (LP)

Live: Cookin' With Blue Note At Montreux July 5, 1973 captures the legendary trumpeter Donald Byrd at the height of his creative powers, electrifying the crowd at Switzerland’s iconic Montreux Jazz Festival. Backed by the Mizell Brothers, Byrd delivers a pioneering performance that bridges the worlds of hard bop and early jazz fusion with vibrant energy and fearless experimentation. This previously unheard 1973 set blazes with improvisational fire, showcasing Byrd’s transition into new sonic territory.

The album features dynamic live renditions of standout tracks like the high-octane “Black Byrd,” along with unrecorded originals “The East,” “Kwame,” and “Poco-Mania,” plus a soulful version of Stevie Wonder’s “You’ve Got It Bad Girl.” With its all-analog mastering and acclaimed sound quality, Live: Cookin' With Blue Note At Montreux July 5, 1973 offers a thrilling glimpse into a pivotal moment in jazz history—essential listening for anyone eager to experience Donald Byrd’s electrifying live legacy.

• Format: Vinyl
• Label: Blue Note
• Genre: Jazz
• Release Date: 12/09/2022
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TRACKS

A1. Black Byrd
A2. You've Got It Bad Girl
A3. The East
B1. Introductions
B2. Kwame
B3. Poco-Mania