Betty Carter: Out There with Betty Carter (Verve by Request) Limited Edition LP
Originally released through Peacock Records in 1958 after her stint with Lionel Hampton’s band, Out There is a snapshot and early gem in Betty Carter’s broad career. Supported by a quality cast including Benny Golson (Tenor Saxophone), Wynton Kelly (Piano) and Kenny Dorham (Trumpet) among others, Carter glides through standards such as “Something Wonderful” as well as her first-penned track “I Can’t Help It” which would go on to become a performance staple. Verve By Request Series features 180-gram vinyl, pressed at Third Man in Detroit.
Side A
1. You're Driving Me Crazy
2. I Can't Help It
3. By The Bend Of The River
4. Bab's Blues
5. Foul Play
6. You're Getting To Be A Habit
Side B
1. On The Isle Of May
2. But Beautiful
3. All I've Got
4. Make It Last
5. Blue Bird Of Happiness
6. Something Wonderful