Mark Whitfield
Washington Square Thoroughfare
7th Ave. Stroll
Sunday in New York - Mark Whitfield, Coates, Carroll
The Bowery Blues
Autumn in New York - Mark Whitfield, Duke, Vernon
Release Date: 10/10/1995
Tom Timmermans (5 out of 5 stars) Excellent album! Mark Whitfield is an amazing guitarist in the Wes Montgomery / George Benson tradition. His technique is flawless, his tone soft and clear and he s got a knack for spinning lyrical, bluesy lines that you can actually hum along to after a few listens.I d be hard pressed to pick any highlights on this album, because I like all of the tunes. Bowery Blues is one of my faves, along with Washington Square Thoroughfare.His music draws heavily on the blues and although influences from Wes & Benson are apparent, he s still got a sound of his own.If you like Wes Montgomery s early recordings, or the bluesy stuff by Kenny Burrell, give this album a listen. You won t regret it.