Behind the 8 Ball
# Behind the 8 Ball

Behind the 8 Ball is an album by organist Baby Face Willette recorded in 1964 and released on the Argo label.

## Reception

Professional ratings :

| Review scores ||
| - | - |
| Source | Rating |
| Allmusic | |

Allmusic awarded the album 3 stars stating "Again, it's not quite as good as his Blue Notes (with their stellar supporting casts), but for a look at Willette's roots, Behind the 8-Ball is a solid acquisition, and worth tracking down for devotees". Douglas Payne reviewed the rerelease for All About Jazz stating "Behind the 8 Ball smokes some of the hottest, grooviest organ jazz imaginable - and catches Willette at his very best. This stuff hits heavier than any of the well-rehearsed music Willette recorded for Blue Note".

## Track listing

All compositions by Roosevelt "Baby Face" Willette except as indicated

* "Behind the 8 Ball" - 2:22
* "Song of the Universe" - 7:08
* "Amen" (Traditional) - 2:34
* "Tacos Joe" - 3:14
* "Roll 'Em Pete" (Pete Johnson, Big Joe Turner) - 3:30
* "Just a Closer Walk with Thee" (Traditional) - 7:00
* "St. James Infirmary" (Traditional) - 2:24
* "Sinnin' Sam" (Stix Hooper) - 4:25

## Personnel

* Baby Face Willette - organ
* Ben White - guitar
* Jerold Donavon - drums
