Blues a la Mode
# Blues a la Mode

Blues a la Mode is an album by saxophonist Budd Johnson which was recorded in 1958 and released on the Felsted label.

## Reception

Professional ratings :

| Review scores ||
| - | - |
| Source | Rating |
| AllMusic | |

Scott Yanow of AllMusic states, "The leader contributed all six numbers and stars in prime form throughout; Shavers and Bryant also fare quite well".

## Track listing

All compositions by Budd Johnson except where noted.

* "Foggy Nights" – 5:37
* "Leave Room in Your Heart for Me" (Budd Johnson, John Dobson) – 7:16
* "Destination Blues" – 5:19
* "A la Mode" – 7:31
* "Used Blues" – 7:05
* "Blues by Five" – 6:06

## Personnel

* Budd Johnson – tenor saxophone
* Charlie Shavers – trumpet
* Vic Dickenson – trombone (tracks 1, 3 & 5)
* Al Sears – baritone saxophone (tracks 1, 3 & 5)
* Bert Keyes – piano, organ (tracks 1, 3, 5)
* Ray Bryant – piano (tracks 2, 4, 6)
* Joe Benjamin – bass
* Jo Jones – drums
