Epic · in the Kissa Kissa racks
The Explosive Piano Of Herman Foster
| Recorded | c. 1961 |
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| Label | Epic |
| Released | 1961 |
| Personnel | 3 credited players |
| Discogs | master 1184424 |
The record
Grassella Oliphant's crisp brushwork and Earl May's grounded bass give Foster space to dig into churchy, percussive chords on this lesser-known Epic session. Piano trio jazz built for dancers as much as listeners.
Session personnel
- Earl May — bass
- Grassella Oliphant — drums
- Herman Foster — piano
Contemporary reception
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Pressings
| 1961 | Epic · LA 16016 — Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono earliest on file |
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| 1961 | Epic · LA 16016 — Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono |
| 1961 | Epic · BA 17016 — Vinyl, LP, Stereo |
| — | Epic — STEREO |
| — | Epic · ba17016 — Vinyl, LP, Stereo |
Follow the players
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