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| Biography: James Moody has been an institution in jazz since the late '40s, whether on tenor, flute, occasional alto, or yodelling his way through his "Moody's Mood for Love." After serving in the Air Force (1943-1946), he joined Dizzy Gillespie's bebop orchestra and began a lifelong friendship with the trumpeter. ...Read full biography |
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Released: 1987 Label: Novus Critics' Rating:  For this strong blowing date (which has arranged passages by Tom McIntosh), James Moody and his group (pianist Kenny Barron whose name is misspelled twice in the liners as "Darron," bassist Todd Coolman, ...Read full reviewReleased: 1972 Label: Muse Critics' Rating:  The "Never Again" title refers to James Moody's pledge to stick to tenor and not play alto anymore. He did not reach that goal 100% in the future but did successfully shift his emphasis to tenor which ...Read full review
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