Shades of Redd

Shades of Redd is an album by American pianist Freddie Redd recorded in 1960 and released on the Blue Note label.

Reception
The Allmusic review by Michael G. Nastos stated: "In an all too small discography, Freddie Redd's Shades of Redd is without a doubt his crowning achievement... his zenith as a jazz musician, would be a wonderful addition to any collection, and shows that the lesser known musicians have plenty of music to play, in addition to a unique perspective aside from the giants of this music".

Track listing

 * All compositions by Freddie Redd


 * 1) "The Thespian" - 7:00
 * 2) "Blues, Blues, Blues" - 6:00
 * 3) "Shadows" - 7:24
 * 4) "Melanie" - 5:06
 * 5) "Swift" - 4:02
 * 6) "Just a Ballad for My Baby" - 4:14
 * 7) "Olé" - 6:26
 * 8) "Melanie" [alternate take] - 5:28 Bonus track on CD reissue
 * 9) "Olé" [alternate take] - 7:37 Bonus track on CD reissue

Personnel

 * Freddie Redd - piano
 * Jackie McLean - alto saxophone
 * Tina Brooks - tenor saxophone
 * Paul Chambers - bass
 * Louis Hayes - drums