Clifford Jordan doesn't get the attention or praise he deserves today. I'm not sure why. The tenor saxophonist was superb and served up smart, soulful energy and improvisation. Born in Chicago, Jordan spent his early years there playing with touring artists who came to town. At age 26, Jordan moved to New York, where he recorded five albums for Blue Not…
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