The Cannonball Adderley Quintet, established by alto saxophonist Julian Edwin "Cannonball" Adderley in the 1950s, became one of the seminal groups in the hard bop and soul jazz movements. After gaining significant attention in the jazz scene with a stint in the Miles Davis Sextet, where he contributed to the landmark album "Kind of Blue," Cannonball decided to form his own group. The quintet initially featured Cannonball's brother Nat Adderley on cornet, giving the ensemble a distinct, soulful edge that resonated with audiences and critics alike.

The quintet's live recordings, such as "The Cannonball Adderley Quintet in San Francisco" and "At The Lighthouse," captured the electrifying, spontaneous energy of their performances and are considered milestones in jazz recording. Through a series of celebrated albums, including "Them Dirty Blues" and "Mercy, Mercy, Mercy! Live at 'The Club'," Cannonball and his quintet introduced a blend of hard bop with elements of gospel, blues, and soul that would come to define a significant part of the jazz landscape during the late 1950s and 1960s. The quintet's work, characterized by infectious grooves, sophisticated improvisations, and a keen sense of melody, propelled Cannonball Adderley to global fame, cementing his legacy as a jazz icon and a pioneer of the soul jazz genre.

Genres

Bebop

Hard Bop

Jazz

Jazz Saxophone

Latest Release

Five Of A Kind

The Cannonball Adderley Quintet

Single - Released April 9, 2024