While searching for tracks suitable for reissue, one occasionally stumbles upon a gem that, for whatever reason, hasn’t yet achieved the popularity it deserves. This Impex remaster of Kenny Dorham’s Matador is such a case.
Recorded in a single day in 1962, “Matador” features Jackie McLean’s epic “Melanie,” Dorham’s “El Matador,” and a rousing version of “Beautiful Love.” Subtle support from Bobby Timmons (piano), Teddy Smith (bass), and J. C. Moses (drums) complements the captivating solos of trumpeter Kenny Dorham and saxophonist Jackie McLean. Emotional musical explorations blend seamlessly with accessible post-bop structures to create a truly special experience.
