The list of singers who hang out the shingle bearing the claim "Jazz Singer" is a long one indeed. It is cut down to size, however, when you include those vocalists who truly improvise their performances, those who take the risk of spontaneous extemporization. At the top of this list certainly sits Mark Murphy who, together perhaps with only Sheila Jordan, is a true improvising/vocalist/musician. Back in the studio for his long-time friend Joe Fields for the first time since their days with MUSE Records, Mark is in fine fettle and turns his attentions to pop standards ( "Old Black Magic", "Why Was I Born"), as well as jazz classics (Jimmy Rowles' "Peacocks", Cedar Walton's "Life's Mosaic"). When the jury reconvenes on Mark Murphy, he will stand as one of the most influential and talented vocalists in jazz and "Some Time Ago" may just be his finest recording.

Mark Murphy- vocals; Dave Ballou- trumpet; Allan Mezquida- alto saxophone; Lee Musiker- piano; Steve LaSpina- bass; Sean Smith- bass; Winard Harper- drums

Tracks: There's No More Blue Time; Peacocks; Bohemia After Dark; With Every Breath I Take; You're My Alter Ego; Life's Mosaic; Some Time Ago; That Old Black Magic; Medley: Why Was I Born/I'm Fool to Want You.

 There's No More Blue Time

 With Every Breath I Take

 That Old Black Magic