Please Mr. Jackson


Please Mr. Jackson is the debut album by saxophonist Willis Jackson. It featured organist Jack McDuff and guitarist Bill Jennings, and was recorded and released 1959 on the Prestige label.

Reception

AllMusic reviewer Scott Yanow stated: "In 1959, starting with this Prestige set Jackson made his mark on soul-jazz."

Track listing

All compositions by Willis Jackson, Bill Jennings and Jack McDuff' except where indicated.
  1. "Cool Grits" – 8:32
  2. "Come Back to Sorrento" – 4:30
  3. "Dinky's Mood" – 3:55
  4. "Please Mr. Jackson" – 5:44
  5. "633 Knock" – 5:18
  6. "Memories of You" – 6:03

Personnel