Horace Silver Quintet Sextet "The Jody Grind" BLP4250 VG+/VG+ 1967 Original

Record and jacket are both VG+. 1967 original with Van Gelder stamped on both side and "27 Years Blue Note" inner sleeve. Very nice record. 

*The Jody Grind* (1966) by the Horace Silver Quintet/Sextet is a hard bop album that mixes soulful grooves, blues, and Latin influences, showcasing Silver’s mastery of catchy, rhythmic compositions. The title track, "The Jody Grind," is a funky, blues-driven tune with an infectious swing, propelled by Silver's piano and strong horn lines from Woody Shaw (trumpet) and Tyrone Washington (tenor sax). Throughout the album, Silver blends hard bop with elements of soul jazz, evident in tracks like "Mary Lou" and "Mexican Hip Dance." The sextet’s tight playing, memorable melodies, and Silver's ability to craft accessible yet sophisticated tunes make *The Jody Grind* a standout example of his ability to push jazz in fresh directions while maintaining its deep blues roots.