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Johnny Hodges was perhaps the most important soloist and sideman in Duke Ellington's orchestra for nearly 50 years. The self-taught player made many solo forays during his long career, including this 1958 session showcasing the great alto saxophonist backed by an all-star group including Ben Webster & Billy Strayhorn. Verve's Acoustic Sounds Series features transfers from analog tapes and remastered 180-gram vinyl in deluxe gatefold packaging. Excluded from sitewide sales/discounts. Limited to 4 per customer. Tracklist A1. I Didn't Know About You A2. Cool Your Motor A3. Gone With The Wind A4. Honey Hill A5. Blues A-Plenty A6. Don't Take Your Love From Me B1. Saturday Afternoon Blues B2. Satin Doll B3. Reeling and Rocking