Blue Mitchell – Collision in Black
A deep, groove-driven late-period Blue Note session from trumpeter Blue Mitchell, blending soul-jazz, funk and spiritual elements with strong ensemble interplay. Collision in Black stands out for its rhythmic drive and darker tonal palette, with standout cuts like “Collision in Black,” “Deeper in Black,” and the percussive “Swahili Suite.” This South African Blue Note pressing (BST 84300) is noticeably less common locally than US copies and has steady appeal among serious jazz and groove collectors.
Genre: Jazz / Soul-Jazz / Jazz-Funk
Track Listing:
Side One
- Collision in Black
- Deeper in Black
- Jo Ju Ja
- Blue on Black
- Swahili Suite
- Monkin’ Around
Side Two
- Keep Your Nose Clean
- A Variation
- Digging in the Dirt
- Who Dun It
- Kick It
- Keep Your Soul
