Steppin' Up

Steppin' Up is an album by saxophonist Hank Crawford and organist Jimmy McGriff recorded in 1987 and released on the Milestone label.

Reception

Allmusic's Scott Yanow said: "the results are predictably soulful and pleasing... this is a highly enjoyable outing, easily recommended for soul-jazz fans".

Track listing

1. "River's Invitation" (Percy Mayfield) – 8:37
2. "The Real Deal" (Hank Crawford) – 9:08
3. "Tippin' In" (Bobby Smith, Marty Symes) – 5:22
4. "Vicki" (Jimmy McGriff) – 6:10
5. "Be Anything (but Be Mine)" (Irving Gordon) – 6:34
6. "Steppin' Up" (McGriff) – 3:20
7. "Lift Every Voice and Sing" (John Rosamond Johnson, James Weldon Johnson) – 6:05
8. "Something for Bubba" (Crawford, McGriff) – 7:10 <small>Additional track on CD release</small>

Personnel

• Hank Crawford – alto saxophone
• Jimmy McGriff – organ
• Jimmy Ponder – guitar
• Billy Preston – piano (tracks 1 & 6–8)
• Vance James − drums

References