Stanley Turrentine – Cherry (with Milt Jackson)
A smooth and soulful CTI-era session pairing Stanley Turrentine’s warm, blues-inflected tenor with the shimmering vibes of Milt Jackson. Cherry is a polished early-’70s production recorded at Van Gelder Studio and produced by Creed Taylor, featuring a stellar supporting cast including Bob James (piano/electric piano), Ron Carter (bass), and Bill Cobham (drums).
This album leans into the lush, groove-oriented CTI sound — sophisticated arrangements, tight rhythm section interplay, and that unmistakable spacious Van Gelder clarity. Highlights include the expansive “The Revs,” the groove-heavy “Speedball,” and the atmospheric title track “Cherry.” A strong crossover title appealing to both straight-ahead jazz listeners and soul-jazz collectors.
Genre: Jazz / Soul-Jazz / CTI Jazz-Funk
Track Listing
Side 1
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Speedball – 6:33
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I Remember You – 5:10
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The Revs – 8:00
Side 2
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Sister Sanctified – 6:00
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Cherry – 5:10
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Introspective – 6:55
Pressing & Value Notes:
CTI Records GSL 33 (South African distribution issue). Recorded at Van Gelder Studios, May 1972.
