George Jenkins – Drum Stuff

AllMusic Review by Scott Yanow

Although this quartet date is billed as featuring George Jenkins "and His All Stars", only tenor saxophonist Plas Johnson is remembered today. With pianist Ray Johnson and bassist Duke Harris completing the group, Plas is in excellent form on a set of music bridging the gap between swing, early R&B, and the beginnings of rock & roll. The performances are melodic, spirited, and full of feeling, particularly on such numbers as "Caravan," "Cottontail," "Drum Boogie" and "Last Call." This LP reissue is enjoyable, if not too essential.

00:00 A1 Caravan 03:25 A2 Gee Gee 06:08 A3 Cottontail 09:14 A4 Red Jacket 12:26 B1 Drum Boogie 15:39 B2 Last Call 19:43 B3 Hot Spot 22:06 B4 Drum Tatoo Bass – Duke Harris Drums – George Jenkins Piano – Ray Johnson Tenor Saxophone – Plas Johnson Recorded
Tampa Records
1955