Joe Pass | One For My Baby

The epitome of virtuoso guitarists, the jazzman weathered addiction to become one of the top voices of his generation. 
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AllMusic Review by Ken Dryden

Virtuoso guitarist Joe Pass didn't need sidemen on any recording, but when he used them, he chose wisely. Tenor saxophonist Plas Johnson, keyboardist Gerald Wiggins and drummer Tootle Heath had not recorded with Pass previously, but along with bassist Andy Simpkins, they achieve a perfect first-take sound on each track. The title cut features Pass with Johnson's bluesy sax and a soft organ and brushed background. Two Pass originals are lengthy blues vehicles with plenty of solo space for all. "I Remember You" is an unlikely choice that developed from Wiggins' jamming in the studio; the ballad is a relaxing detour from the blues that dominate the CD. Joe Pass was without peer on guitar the last 20 years of his life; his playing here won't disappoint.

Bass – Andy Simpkins
Drums – Tootie Heath*
Guitar – Joe Pass
Piano – Gerald Wiggins
Saxophone [Tenor] – Plas Johnson


1 Bluesology 00:00
2 One For My Baby (And One More For The Road) 05:57
3 J. P. Blues 10:48
4 Poinciana 18:36
5 (I Don'T Stand A) Ghost Of A Chance With You 25:09
6 I Remember You 31:13
7 Bay City Blues 37:30
8 The Song Is You 44:37