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and Art Taylor -- had the power and depth of ensembles led by Charles Mingus and Art Blakey during the mid- to late '50s

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The superior hard bop date was originally released in 1960 as a Bunky Green Sextet date entitled Step High

The River Gangsta and "There's No Place toSpringsteen's The River is a musically and lyrically ambitious album that delves into the lives of Jersey street kids struggling with adult responsibilities and the fading American Dream. It surpasses his previous work, Darkness on the Edge of Town, while still maintaining a strong rock & roll tradition and tackling weightier themes. With hits like "Two Hearts," "Out in the Street," and "Cadillac Ranch," the album is both fun and thought provoking,