In March 1968, “Blue Note” label released “Blackjack”, the 28^th Donald Byrd album. It was recorded in January 1967, at “Van Gelder Studio” in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, and was produced by Alfred Lion.

Personnel:

• Donald Byrd – trumpet
• Sonny Red – alto saxophone
• Hank Mobley – tenor saxophone
• Cedar Walton – piano
• Walter Booker – bass
• Billy Higgins – drums

Track listing:

All tracks Donald Byrd except where noted.

1. Blackjack
2. West of Pecos – Sonny Red
3. Loki – Sonny Red
4. Eldorado – Mitch Farber
5. Beale Street – Sonny Red
6. Pentatonic