New Vibe Man in Town is the debut album by vibraphonist Gary Burton, recorded in 1961 and released on the RCA label.Gary Burton discography accessed November 23, 2011 It features Burton in a trio with bassist Gene Cherico and drummer Joe Morello (of Dave Brubeck fame).
Reception
The AllMusic review by Scott Yanow stated: "Vibraphonist Gary Burton's debut as a leader shows that he was a brilliant player from the start of his career... This boppish set is easily recommended".Yanow, S. AllMusic Review accessed November 23, 2011
Track listing "Joy Spring" (Clifford Brown) - 3:39 "Over the Rainbow" (Harold Arlen, Yip Harburg) - 4:21 "Like Someone in Love" (Johnny Burke, Jimmy van Heusen) - 3:05 "Minor Blues" (Arif Mardin) - 5:30 "Our Waltz" (David Rose) - 4:30 "So Many Things" (Marian McPartland) - 4:14 "Sir John" (Blue Mitchell) - 4:10 "You Stepped Out of a Dream" (Nacio Herb Brown, Gus Kahn) - 4:28 Recorded at RCA Victor's Studio B in New York City on July 6 & 7, 1961.
Personnel Gary Burton – vibraphone Gene Cherico – bass Joe Morello – drums
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