Blowin' The Blues Away

Release Date: September 15, 2023

Horace Silver's Blowin' The Blues Away (1959) captures the pianist's hard bop quintet and trio in peak form across sessions recorded just weeks apart. Silver's percussive piano style drives through blues-drenched compositions while his quintet delivers the tight, swinging interplay that made this a Blue Note classic.

Standout Tracks

• Blowin' The Blues Away: Silver's title track showcases his signature funky piano style over a driving blues foundation
• The St. Vitus Dance: An uptempo burner that highlights the quintet's tight ensemble work
• Break City: Silver's compositional craft shines through intricate horn arrangements

Mood: late night, driving, sophisticated, energetic