That's what you did, indeed. Thanks, Hans. But I didn't imagine it would be this good. The sound on this UK first press sounds is excellent by the way. I see the CD has two bonus tracks, maybe I should buy it too.
Louis Smith - Smithville CD reissue (Blue Note Connoisseur Series) Only heard of Louis Smith recently, likely from this forum. Incredibly enjoyable session — especially for Sonny Clark's contribution.
The Latin Side of Joe Henderson (Half Note). A smoking take on some great Joe pieces (including “Recorda Me,” “Mamacita,” “Inner Urge,” “Afro-Centric,” “Black Narcissus”) plus long time collaborator Kenny Dorham’s “Blue Bossa” all arranged expertly in Latin jazz mode by trombonist Herwig. This is fabulous - great playing by the entire band (leader Herwig, trumpeter Alex Sipigian, tenor giant Joe Lovano and baritone vet Ronnie Cuber all excel) and live sound (captured at the Blue Note in NYC). The rhythm section is superb and I love the use of electric bass - not always my preference in jazz but it adds a nice resonance and groove here perfectly complimenting the arrangements. Lovano at times sounds like he is channeling Henderson’s spirit especially on “Mamacita” where the commonalities are downright eerie. Five stars all the way and a must for Henderson fanatics.
Keith Jarrett - Fort Yawuh Impulse! (1973) UCCI-9051 Impulse! More Best 50 Series Piano – Keith Jarrett Tenor Saxophone – Dewey Redman Percussion – Danny Johnson Bass – Charlie Haden Drums – Paul Motian
I'm sure you know this excellent 1997 parent record: Christian McBride, Roy Hargrove, Mark Whitfield (g) - Fingerpainting: The Music of Herbie Hancock.
Fats Navarro - Featured with the Tadd Dameron Band CD reissue (Milestone) Mastered by Kirk Felton, according to the liner notes, from 1961 tape transfers of air-check acetates. Unexpectedly, am completely blown away by the alto sax player on the first six tracks, Rudy Williams.
Ike Quebec - Heavy Soul Blue Note (1962) TOCJ-4093 BN Works 4000 Series Tenor Saxophone – Ike Quebec Organ – Freddie Roach Bass – Milt Hinton Drums – Al Harewood
Midweek Miles . . . 1957/2013 Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab – MFSL 1-373, Columbia – 88697943731 Vinyl, LP, Album, Remastered, Mono, Limited Edition, Numbered, 180 Gram
Kenny Dorham – Una Mas (Blue Note, 1963) This is Liberty, 1966 – 70, West Coast, Bert-Co. Not Van Gelder, and I have nothing to compare it to. Such a terrific album.
Jack DeJohnette - Pictures CD reissue. Love to hear unaccompanied drumming from favorite drummers, which defines a large portion of this release. Have been checking out more ECM albums since their debut on streaming services, and this is one of the few that got designated "must own" other than Ruta and Daitya and Bennie Maupin's The Jewel in the Lotus.
I picked this up today on a whim and enjoyed it quite a bit. It's nice, under control, traditional jazz ala Dave Brubeck Time Out, but without as inventiveness of arrangements, or perhaps Henry Mancini style Jazz. I found some info on it, which was cruel to the record: Modern Jazz Ronnie Lang And His All Stars TOPS L1521 1957 From Billboard - January 26, 1957: Quality, more than price, usually dictates jazz sales. This 12-incher is tagged at $1.49, the cover is intriguing and the 12 good tunes (mainly well-known standards) are listed on the cover, where the rack buyers can spot 'em. With Lang, but not listed on the front, are Dave Pell, Marty Palch and Bob Enevoldsen, all of the West Coast clique. The jazz is bland and uninspired. Possibly there will be some "impulse" sales, but the "cats" will probably shun this. Not kind, but "bland and uninspired" is frankly a nice change now and then from the Ornette Colemans and Monk avant-gardists of the world. This is sitting down in a little jazz cafe and hearing a few recognizable tunes, played recognizably, by some good musicians. No frills, but nice friendly jazz. Sometimes, this "cat" doesn't always want to be challenged by the hepist jazz: sometimes he just wants to hear some nice standards played well without having to endure a plethora of soul atmosphere-searching, quacking and honking solos. Back in Jan 1957, I'm sure Billboard critics were hot for all the latest "innovations" and Jazz landscape-changing sounds, but this is a really nice, cozy jazz album for relaxing to with a vintage vibe. Nice recording, too.
Andrew Hill - Blue Black East Wind (1977) UCCJ-9034 East Wind Masterpiece Complete Collection Piano – Andrew Hill Flute, Soprano Saxophone, Alto Saxophone – Jimmy Vass Bass – Chris White Drums – Leroy Williams
Lullaby Of Birdland - Lee Konitz featuring Barry Harris (Candid) CD with Lee Konitz (alto & soprano sax), Barry Harris (piano), Calvin Hill (Bass), Leroy Williams (drums) Recorded 1991
Dig Dug DoG - Lee Konitz (Columbia) DSD/Master Sound CD with Lee Konitz (alto sax), Laurent de Wilde (piano), Ira Coleman (bass), Dion Parson (drums), Keiko Lee (vocal - 3 tracks) Recorded in Tokyo 1997
Completing a 'hat trick' of Lee Konitz albums with... Figure & Spirit - Lee Konitz Quintet (Progressive) CD with Lee Konitz (alto sax), Ted Brown (tenor sax), Rufus Reid (bass), Albert Dailey (piano), Joe Chambers (drums) Recorded 1976 A thoroughly enjoyable Lee Konitz Quintet album, and it was all recorded in one take!
