Baby Face Willette - Stop And Listen (Blue Note Classic Edition)

Stop and Listen is a firecracker of an organ jazz album from the incomparable Baby Face Willette. Originally released in 1961, this soulful session captures Willette at the top of his game—grooving hard and burning bright with gospel roots, blues swagger, and a sharp modern jazz edge.

From the punchy opener “Willow Weep for Me” to originals like “Chances Are Few” and the title track “Stop and Listen,” Willette’s Hammond B3 sings with grit and grace. Joined by Grant Green on guitar and Ben Dixon on drums, this tight trio delivers raw, swinging energy that jumps right off the needle.

Part of the Blue Note Classic Vinyl Series, this pressing is mastered from the original analog tapes and pressed on high-quality black vinyl. It’s an essential deep cut for fans of soul jazz, organ combos, and that unmistakable Blue Note sound.