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Straight Street is an album by pianist Harold Mabern. It was recorded in 1989 and released by DIW Records.

Straight Street
Studio album by Harold Mabern
Recorded	1989
Genre	Jazz
Label	DIW

Recording and music

The album was recorded in New York in 1989.[1] The personnel are Harold Mabern (piano), Ron Carter (bass), and Jack DeJohnette (drums).[2] The final track is a solo piano piece entitled "Apab and Others", referencing fellow pianists Art Tatum, Phineas Newborn, Ahmad Jamal, and Bud Powell.[2]

Release and reception

Professional ratings

Review scores
Source	Rating
AllMusic	[2]

Straight Street was released by DIW Records.[3] It was distributed in the United States by Columbia Records.[3]

The AllMusic review by Scott Yanow reported that, "The interplay between the musicians is impressive and Mabern is heard throughout in excellent form."[2] The album was a success in Japan and led to a resurgence of interest in Mabern.[4]

Track listing

1. "Mr. Stitt"
2. "It's All in the Game"
3. "To Wane"
4. "Afterthoughts"
5. "Straight Street"
6. "Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing"
7. "Crescent"
8. "It's You or No One"
9. "Seminole"
10. "Apab and Others"

Personnel

• Harold Mabern – piano
• Ron Carter – bass (tracks 1–9)
• Jack DeJohnette – drums (tracks 1–9)

References

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