Originally named "Blues in Frankie's Flat", self-referring to composer Frank Foster. Renamed after Hoss Allen, a Nashville DJ. Sometime attributed to Count Basie as well, but was in fact written by Frank Foster. Features steaming solos,
credits
from Swingin' Away,
released November 1, 1999
(Frank Foster), Solos: Gardner, Ghee, Trowers, Germanson, Gardner (5:16) 148 bpm
supported by 10 fans who also own “Blues In Hoss' Flat”
The laid-back groove of the Brooks Prumo Orchestra hits the sweet spot. This is fine swing without any try-hard hype. The studio mix is balanced, and it hops and slides like music should (unlike some other contemporary jazz). "Out of Nowhere" is outstanding: inspired arrangement, knockout playing, genuine emotion. The vocal numbers get better with every listen, and "Blue Lester" has about it a certain sunburn-on-your-skin mint julep nighttime ease. jakespatz