Steve White was a bundle of rhythmic energy concealed in a restrained tenor style inspired by Lester Young. He could play with lyricism reminiscent of Stan Getz. He could swing like Wardell Gray. His vocals exploded in compelling stream-of-consciousness flights that left listeners shaking their heads in admiration and puzzlement. Although he had a certain following because of his single, "My New Jet Plane," White recorded little, a date for Liberty and two for Nocturne. One of the N… MORE