Donald Byrd – Royal Flush (BST84101) - Vinyl LP Record (VG)

Record -VG

Cover - G

Donald Byrd – Royal Flush

A standout Blue Note session from 1961, Royal Flush captures Donald Byrd at a pivotal moment—bridging hard bop sophistication with a slightly more exploratory, forward-looking edge. Backed by an exceptional quintet featuring Pepper Adams, a young Herbie Hancock, Butch Warren, and Billy Higgins, this album delivers both muscular drive and refined lyricism.

The interplay between Byrd’s clean, articulate trumpet lines and Adams’ robust baritone sax gives the record its distinctive character, while Hancock’s piano work (already showing flashes of his future brilliance) adds harmonic depth and subtle swing. From the smoky opener “Hush” to the expansive “6 M’s,” this is a cohesive and highly musical Blue Note date that rewards attentive listening.

A strong collector’s title from the classic Blue Note 84000 stereo series—consistently desirable 

Genre: Jazz – Hard Bop

Track Listing

Side One

1. Hush

2. I’m A Fool To Want You

3. Jorgie’s

Side Two

1. Shangri-La

2. 6 M’s

3. Requiem