| Freddy Cole Sings Mr. B | ||||
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| Studio album by Freddy Cole | ||||
| Released | 2010 (2010) | |||
| Genre | Vocal jazz | |||
| Label | HighNote | |||
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Freddy Cole Sings Mr. B is a 2010 tribute album by American jazz musician, Freddy Cole, released in 2010 on HighNote Records.
The album is a tribute to bebop pioneer Billy Eckstine. In 2011 it was recognized with a Grammy nomination for 'Best Jazz Vocal Album' at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards.
The album received attention both for the subject of its tribute and for the performances.
Personnel
- Freddy Cole – vocals
- Randy Napoleon – guitar, arrangements
- John di Martino – piano, arrangements
- Houston Person – tenor saxophone
- Elias Bailey – bass
- Curtis Boyd – Drums
References
- "Grammy Page for FreddyCole". grammy.com.
- "With Mr.B". Atlanta Magazine.
- "Diplomats of Sound/". Diplomats of Sound.
- "Freddy Cole Sings Mr. B". Vintage Guitar.
- "Freddy Cole Distinguished Jazz Artist and Unassuming Vocalist Dead at 88". npr.org.
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