In May 1961, “Blue Note” label released “Grant’s First Stand”, the debut Grant Green studio album. It was recorded in January 1961, at “Van Gelder Studio” in Englewood Cliffs, and was produced by Alfred Lion.

Personnel:

• Grant Green– guitar
• Baby Face Willette– organ
• Ben Dixon– drums

Track listing:

All tracks by Grant Green except where noted.

1. Miss Ann’s Tempo
2. Lullaby of the Leaves – Bernice Petkere, Joe Young
3. Blues for Willarene
4. Baby’s Minor Lope – Baby Face Willette
5. ‘Tain’t Nobody’s Bizness If I Do – Porter Grainger
6. A Wee Bit O’Green