Song Name: 1 Straight Life 2 Mr. Clean 3 Here's That Rainy Day
Album Review
Recorded between trumpeter Freddie Hubbard's better-known classics Red Clay and First Light, Straight Life is actually arguably Hubbard's greatest recording. Hubbard, joined by an all-star group that includes tenor-saxophonist Joe Henderson, keyboardist Herbie Hancock, guitarist George Benson, bassist Ron Carter and drummer Jack DeJohnette, is frequently astounding on "Straight Life" (check out that introduction) and "Mr. Clean," constructing classic solos. The very memorable set is rounded off by the trumpeter's duet with Benson on a lyrical version of the ballad "Here's That Rainy Day." This exciting CD is essential for all serious jazz collections. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide
Album Credits
C. Taylor Producer Creed Taylor Producer Mark Wilder Mixing Chuck Stewart Photography Steve Futterman Liner Notes Tom "Curly" Ruff Mastering Seth Rothstein Project Director Helene Silverman Reissue Design Tony Martell Executive Producer Jen Wyler Assistant Engineer Rene Arsenault Assistant Producer Weldon Irvine Tabla Tambourine Didier C. Deutsch Reissue Producer Rudy Van Gelder Engineer Freddie Hubbard Flugelhorn Main Performer Trumpet Richard Landrum Drums Percussion George Benson Guitar Ron Carter Bass Jack DeJohnette Drums Herbie Hancock Piano Joe Henderson Saxophone Sax (Tenor)