AUGUST 22

            RED GARLAND
                  Rojo

                Recording Date:
                      August 22, 1958

                Personnel:
                        Ray Garland      P
                        George Joyner  B 
                        Charlie Persip   D 

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Review by Scott Yanow
Pianist Red Garland recorded frequently with trios for Prestige during the second half of the 1950s. For this set (reissued on CD), Garland, bassist George Joyner and drummer Charlie Persip are joined by Ray Barretto on congas and the emphasis is on forceful swinging. Garland takes such ballads as "We Kiss in a Shadow" and "You Better Go Now" at faster-than-expected tempos. "Ralph J. Gleason Blues" and the Latin feel of "Rojo" are among the highlights of this enjoyable disc.