This album is called The Backline because trombonist-leader Max Collie decided to give credit to his sextet's pianoless rhythm section with more than its usual share of features, but fans of the band have little to fear for there are plenty of horn solos too. Trumpeter Phil Mason and clarinetist... [+] Expand

This album is called The Backline because trombonist-leader Max Collie decided to give credit to his sextet's pianoless rhythm section with more than its usual share of features, but fans of the band have little to fear for there are plenty of horn solos too. Trumpeter Phil Mason and clarinetist Jack Gilbert, although not exactly household names, are colorful players and the band (inspired to an extent by George Lewis) clearly has a good time romping through a set of New Orleans jazz and swing standards including such songs as "Ory's Creole Trombone," "The Old Rugged Cross," "Sing On" and even "You Always Hurt The One You Love." ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide [-] Collapse

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