Tenor saxophonistHank Mobleywas on a serious roll in 1960 when he recordedRoll Call, the middle album in a trilogy of hard bop masterpieces that includes the tenor saxophonists equally essential albumsSoul StationandWorkout. ForRoll Call, Mobley reconvened theSoul Stationrhythm section of pianistWynton Kelly, bassistPaul Chambers, and drummerArt Blakeywith the addition ofFreddie Hubbardon trumpet. The quintet delivers invigorating performances of Mobley originals including the spirited title track, the swaggering My Groove Your Move, and the church-infused Baptist Beat. A sublimely swinging version of The More I See You is the lone standard on this 6-song hard bop masterclass.

This Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition is stereo, all-analog, mastered byKevin Grayfrom the original master tapes, and pressed on 180g vinyl at Optimal.

Tracklist:
A1: Roll Call
A2: My Groove Your Move
A3: Take Your Pick

B1: A Baptist Beat
B2: The More I See You
B3: The Breakdown