The Thumper is the debut album by saxophonist Jimmy Heath featuring performances recorded in 1959 originally released on the Riverside label.[1]
The Thumper | ||||
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Studio album by Jimmy Heath | ||||
Released | 1960 | |||
Recorded | September 1959 New York City | |||
Genre | Jazz | |||
Length | 39:50 | |||
Label | Riverside RLP 314 | |||
Jimmy Heath chronology | ||||
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Source | Rating |
Allmusic | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
The Penguin Guide to Jazz Recordings | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Scott Yanow of Allmusic says, "The excellent session of late '50s straightahead jazz is uplifted above the normal level by Heath's writing".[2]
All compositions by Jimmy Heath except as indicated