Out There with Betty Carter (Verve by Request) { vinyl }

Originally released through Peacock Records in 1958 after her stint with the Lionel Hampton’s band, Out There is a snapshot and early gem in Betty Carter’s broad career. Supported by a quality cast including Benny Golson (Tenor Saxophone), Wynton Kelly (Piano) and Kenny Dorham (Trumpet) among others, Carter glides through standards such as “Something Wonderful” as well as her first-penned track “I Can’t Help It” which would go on to become a performance staple. Verve By Request Series features 180-gram vinyl, pressed at Third Man in Detroit.

Tracklist

A1. You're Driving Me Crazy
A2. I Can't Help It
A3. By The Bend Of The River
A4. Bab's Blues
A5. Foul Play
A6. You're Getting To Be A Habit

B1. On The Isle Of May
B2. But Beautiful
B3. All I've Got
B4. Make It Last
B5. Blue Bird Of Happiness
B6. Something Wonderful