Released for the first time in 1995, this live performance from tenor saxophonist
Ben Webster was recorded early during his years in Europe.
Webster, who is heard playing swing standards and blues with an English rhythm section (pianist
Alan Branscombe, bassist
Lennie Bush and drummer
Jackie Dougan), is in fine form during his ten numbers although his solos are rather predictable, alternating stomps and ballads. The rhythm trio is competent but not at all distinctive. A short interview that concludes the CD gives one an opportunity to hear
Webster's speaking voice although once again nothing memorable or unusual occurs. This release, which is enjoyable enough, is strictly for
Ben Webster completists.