| Cruisin' the 'Bird | ||||
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| Released | 1988 | |||
| Recorded | April 15–16, 1988 | |||
| Studio | Fantasy Studios, Berkeley CA | |||
| Genre | Jazz | |||
| Length | 51:55CD release with additional track | |||
| Label | Landmark LLP/LCD 1517 | |||
| Producer | Orrin Keepnews | |||
| Bobby Hutcherson chronology | ||||
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Cruisin' the 'Bird is an album by vibraphonist Bobby Hutcherson featuring performances recorded in 1988 and released on Orrin Keepnews' Landmark label. [1] [2] [3]
| Review scores | |
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| Allmusic |   [4] |
On Allmusic, Scott Yanow observed "Throughout his career, vibraphonist Bobby Hutcherson has recorded one rewarding set after another, always being quite consistent. ... Fine music". [4]
All compositions by Bobby Hutcherson except where noted.
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