| Return of the Griffin | |
| Type: | Album |
| Artist: | Johnny Griffin |
| Cover: | Return of the Griffin.jpg |
| Released: | 1979 |
| Recorded: | October 17, 1978 |
| Studio: | Fantasy Studios, Berkeley, CA |
| Genre: | Jazz |
| Length: | 39:40 |
| Label: | Galaxy |
| Producer: | Orrin Keepnews |
| Chronology: | Johnny Griffin |
| Prev Title: | Sincerely Ours |
| Prev Year: | 1978 |
| Next Title: | Bush Dance |
| Next Year: | 1978 |
Return of the Griffin is an album by saxophonist Johnny Griffin, recorded in 1978 and released on the Galaxy label in the following year.[1] [2] [3] [4]
The Bay State Banner wrote that the album "shows how strong and inspired Griffin can be in a quartet setting, and how dominant his soloing remains."[5]
The AllMusic review by Scott Yanow stated: "Johnny Griffin recorded this studio album during his first visit to the United States in 15 years. ... Long one of the underrated masters, Johnny Griffin is heard at the peak of his powers on this modern bop session".
All compositions by Johnny Griffin except s indicated.