Leonard Feather Presents Maxine Sullivan

One of the truly great vocalists of the swing era, Maxine Sullivan (along with her husband - the great bandleader John Kirby), had the unique distinction of being the first Black Jazz stars to have their own weekly radio show. Maxine's first recording session in 1937 produced her biggest hit - "Loch Lomond," a jazz interpretation of a Scottish folk song that remained her signature tune throughout her five decade long career. This legendary 1956 session marked a return to recording for Maxine after a long absence from the studio, and found her in the company of jazz trumpeter Charlie Shavers and the John Kirby band. Additional musicians include Buster Bailey (clarinet) Russell Procope (alto sax) Billy Kyle (piano) Aaron Bell (bass) and Specs Powell (drums). All selections newly re-mastered.