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Red Garland’s pianism—his signature block chords and relaxed, blues-inflected touch—drives Can’t See for Lookin', a compact set of hard bop and bebop-rooted piano trio playing. Recorded for Prestige, the album emphasizes medium-tempo swing, crisp comping and tender ballad readings rather than virtuosic flash. It makes for a focused primer on Garland’s approach to jazz piano.
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Release Details
Type
Album
Released
1996
Label
Prestige
Catalog
VICJ-61108
Format
CD
Style
Swing, Bop