Jay McShann – Confessin’ the Blues

A deep Kansas City blues session from one of the architects of the sound.

Jay McShann — pianist, bandleader, and early mentor to Charlie Parker — delivers a gritty, swinging set rooted firmly in the Kansas City tradition. This Black & Blue release (French pressing) captures McShann in relaxed but driving form, blending blues feeling with jump-era swing.

Selections include:

• Confessin’ the Blues
• Roll ’Em
• Kansas City
• After Hours
• Hootie Blues
• Rollin’ with Rolland
• Stomping in KC

Earthy piano, steady rhythm, and that unmistakable K.C. pulse. A strong piece for collectors of blues-inflected jazz and Parker-adjacent history.