The Missouri Connection


The Missouri Connection is an album by pianists Jay McShann and John Hicks, recorded in 1992.

Recording and music

The album was recorded at Rudy Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, on September 14 and 15, 1992. Most of the tracks are piano duets between Jay McShann and John Hicks, with the former also singing on two tracks. "Sweet Lorraine" is played solo by McShann, and Hicks plays "Reflections" alone.

Release

The Missouri Connection was released by Reservoir Records.

Reception

The AllMusic reviewer commented that, "While Hicks is a more modern player than McShann, the two pianists blend together quite well and this combination, which may not seem all that logical at first glance, works."

Track listing

  1. "The Missouri Connection" – 6:07
  2. "I'm Getting Sentimental Over You" – 7:29
  3. "I'm Just a Lucky So-and-So" – 7:49
  4. "Jumpin' the Blues" – 4:28
  5. "Sweet Lorraine" – 5:21
  6. "Reflections" – 4:37
  7. "What Am I Here For" – 7:51
  8. "Fiddlin' Around" – 5:20
  9. "All of Me" – 4:03
  10. "In a Sentimental Mood" – 4:16
  11. "There Will Never Be Another You" – 5:48

Personnel