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Red Garland —
Soul Burnin' ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1963. Used ... Out Of Stock
A great set from Red – one of his best for Prestige! Side one of the album has him leading a quintet with Oliver Nelson on alto and tenor, and the great Richard Williams on trumpet. Williams' solos are always a treat at this point – and his lyrical shimmering blowing on the tracks ... (Jazz) read more CD
Red Garland —
Soul Junction ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1957. Used ... Out Of Stock
Soul Junction's a great title for this one – because the album's a great meeting point between 50s hard bop and some of the looser, earthier styles that were beginning to show up in the first years of soul jazz! The title track of this one is worth the price of admission alone – as Red ... (Jazz) read more CD
Red Garland with John Coltrane —
High Pressure ... CD Prestige, 1957. Used ... Out Of Stock
Beautiful early work from John Coltrane – recorded in the sensitive company of the Red Garland trio, and with Donald Byrd joining in on trumpet on the frontline! The tracks are longish and open – a bit more directed than the average blowing session numbers, but done with some of the ... (Jazz) read more CD
Prestige, Early 50s. Used ... $4.99
Collects tracks from the Dizzy Gillespie Sextet, Bennie Green & His Band, the Red Rodney Quintet, and Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis. Includes the previously unissued track "I'm Gonna Eat You With A Spoon". (Jazz) CD
Prestige, 1969. Used ... $6.99
A great live set from Dexter Gordon – recorded in the late 60s, but previously unreleased – and featuring a rare appearance from Bobby Timmons on piano! Gordon and Timmons are a rare treat together – and they're working here in the fully-extended, quite open-ended mode of the ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Punch through barcode.)
Dexter Gordon —
Generation ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1972. Used ... Out Of Stock
One of Dexter's most solid albums on Prestige – and a great set cut at the Van Gelder studios with a rock-solid American lineup that includes Cedar Walton, Freddie Hubbard, Buster Williams, and Billy Higgins. The ensemble groove is a lot tighter than on some of Gordon's solo-heavy European ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print 1994 OJC pressing.)
Prestige/OJC, 1970. Used ... $8.99
An overlooked US date from 1970 – a set that Dexter Gordon recorded during a quick stop home from his time abroad – really cooking away in the Prestige studios with a great little rhythm section, in ways that are quite different than his better-known European work of the time! The ... (Jazz) read more CD
(OJC pressing.)
Dexter Gordon —
Tangerine (with bonus track) ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1975. Used ... Out Of Stock
A great American set from Dexter Gordon – recorded at a time when most of his bigger records were coming from overseas! The set's got some nice long tracks that really let Gordon open up on tenor – on those well-blown, longform solo modes he was really cracking in the European scene ... (Jazz) read more CD
Dexter Gordon —
XXL – Live At The Left Bank Club (previously unreleased) ... CD Prestige, 1969. Used ... Just Sold Out!
Straight and strong work from Dex – recorded in the extended blowing mode of some of his late 60s work from Europe, but recorded back in the US, in Baltimore, with a quartet that includes Bobby Timmons on piano, Victor Gaskin on bass, and Percy Brice on drums. The set's one of the last to ... (Jazz) read more CD
Dexter Gordon with Junior Mance —
At Montreux ... CD Prestige, 1970. Used ... Out Of Stock
With Junior Mance on piano, Martin Rivera on bass, and Oliver Jackson on drums. Tracks include "Fried Bananas", "Sophisticated Lady", "Blue Monk", and CD only bonus track "The Panther". (Jazz) CD
Also available At Montreux ... LP 9.99
Prestige/OJC, Early 50s. Used ... $12.99
One of the best-ever documents of the young genius of tenorist Wardell Gray – exactly the kind of music that shows why he was one of the biggest and best of the bop saxophonists – before he was taken away from us all too soon! The material here was originally issued on 78s or 45s, and ... (Jazz) read more CD
(1992 OJC pressing.)
Wardell Gray —
Wardell Gray Memorial Album Vol 1 (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Prestige (Japan), Late 40s/Early 50s. Used ... Out Of Stock
One of the best-ever documents of the young genius of tenorist Wardell Gray – exactly the kind of music that shows why he was one of the biggest and best of the bop saxophonists – before he was taken away from us all too soon! The material here was originally issued on 78s or 45s, and ... (Jazz) read more CD
Prestige/OJC, Early 50s. Used ... $4.99
One of the best-ever documents of the young genius of tenorist Wardell Gray – exactly the kind of music that shows why he was one of the biggest and best of the bop saxophonists – before he was taken away from us all too soon! The material here was originally issued on 78s or 45s, and ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Barry Harris —
Magnificent! ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1969. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Subtle genius from pianist Barry Harris – an overlooked 60s set that showcases both Barry's tighter bop leanings and his even more wonderful lyrical side! The session's recorded with a relaxed energy that points the way towards freer Harris sides in years to come – but also still has ... (Jazz) read more CD
(1999 OJC pressing.)
Contemporary/Prestige, Late 50s. Used ... $4.99
Hampton Hawes isn't exactly the first pianist we think of when it comes to bluesy lines in his music – but there's definitely a blue-tinged undercurrent to most of the work in this set – a well-chosen batch of tracks from Hamp's early years as a leader on Contemporary Records! The ... (Jazz) read more CD
Hampton Hawes/Prestige/OJC, 1952/1955. Used ... $11.99
A classic split album of bop piano from both coasts – kind of a double-header in jazz, and one that really packs a punch! Hamp Hawes represents the west coast – and unlike his cool jazz contemporaries, he's grooving hard in a quartet that includes Larry Bunker on vibes, Larry Marable ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Piano East West ... LP 19.99(Out of print.)
Prestige/Moodsville/OJC, 1960. Used ... $3.99
Wonderful late work by Coleman Hawkins – a player who was very much "at ease" with himself at the time, and opened up tremendously on albums like this. The format is beautiful – simple small group backings by Tommy Flanagan, Wendell Marshall, and Osie Johnson – with ... (Jazz) read more CD
(OJC pressing.)
Coleman Hawkins —
At Ease With Coleman Hawkins (RVG remaster edition) ... CD Prestige/Moodsville, 1960. Used ... Out Of Stock
Wonderful later work by Coleman Hawkins – a player who was very much "at ease" with himself at the time, and opened up tremendously on albums like this! The format is beautiful – simple small group backings by Tommy Flanagan, Wendell Marshall, and Osie Johnson – with ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available At Ease With Coleman Hawkins ... CD 3.99
Prestige, 1960s. Used ... $1.99
Titles include "Since I Fell For You", "I Want To Be Loved", "Smoke Gets In Your Eyes", "Soul Blues", "In A Mellow Tone", and "I'll Get By". (Jazz) CD
(Barcode has a cutout hole, disc has a promo stamp.)
Prestige, Late 50s/Early 60s. Used ... $4.99
Includes the songs "Juicy Fruit", "Blues For Tomorrow", "Blues Wail", "Soul Blues", "Skronk", "Stealin' The Bean", "Foot Pattin'", "Blues For Ron", and "Pedalin'". (Jazz) CD
(Out of print.)
Coleman Hawkins —
Hawk Relaxes ... CD Prestige/Moodsville/OJC, 1961. Used ... Out Of Stock
The Hawk Relaxes, but never lets himself go – and a set like this is a great illustration of the gentle genius that made so many later Coleman Hawkins records so great! The relaxed setting for this record is a perfect setting for Hawkins to open up and stretch out – working his tenor ... (Jazz) read more CD
Coleman Hawkins —
Hawk Relaxes (RVG remaster series) ... CD Prestige, 1961. Used ... Out Of Stock
The Hawk Relaxes, but never lets himself go – and a set like this is a great illustration of the gentle genius that made so many later Coleman Hawkins records so great! The relaxed setting for this record is a perfect setting for Hawkins to open up and stretch out – working his tenor ... (Jazz) read more CD
Coleman Hawkins —
In A Mellow Tone ... CD Prestige/OJC, Late 50s/Early 60s. Used ... Out Of Stock
Great later work from this tenor giant – some of his sublime and surprisingly modern work for the Moodsville label! (Jazz) CD
Roy Haynes With Booker Ervin —
Cracklin' ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1963. Used ... Out Of Stock
A monster! This is a stellar session that has Booker Ervin's tenor fronting a tight group led by drummer Roy Haynes – all with an amazing sense of rhythm that's made the album a standout for years! Ervin is playing in his best modernist vein, and the rhythm section features the excellent ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Johnny Hodges/Prestige, Late 40s/Early 50s. Used ... Out Of Stock
Three different sets of Duke Ellington spinoff sessions – most issued by the small Mercer Records label, and brought together here with excellent notes! (Jazz) CD
Richard Groove Holmes —
On Basie's Bandstand ... CD Prestige, 1966. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Rare material from Groove Holmes – tracks originally recorded during the sessions for the album Living Soul, but never issued at the time! The set features nearly an hour of lost work by Groove – cut at Count Basie's nightclub in Harlem (hence the title), and featuring a trio with Gene ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print, punch through barcode.)
Lightnin Hopkins —
Soul Blues ... CD Prestige, 1965. Used ... Out Of Stock
With Leonard Gaskin on bass and Herbie Lovelle on drums – on tracks that include "Too Many Drivers", "I'm Going To Build A Heaven Of My Own", "Lonesome Graveyard", "The Howling Wolf", and "Black Ghost Blues". (Blues) CD
Milt Jackson —
Milt Jackson Quartet ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1955. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A slightly different take on the Modern Jazz Quartet sound of the early years – as the album features Milt Jackson's vibes in the company of MJQ bandmates Percy Heath and Connie Kay, but also includes Horace Silver on piano – in the spot normally reserved for John Lewis! The presence ... (Jazz) read more CD
(OJC pressing.)
Prestige/OJC, 1968. Used ... $14.99
Nice mixture of boppish and swing-based material, and an excellent soulful session that has Illinois Jacquet playing in a stripped-down setting with Ben Tucker on bass, Alan Dawson on drums, and Barry Harris on piano, who adds a nice warm dimension to the set. Jacquet's tone is fantastic as always ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Prestige/OJC, 1968. Used ... $6.99 8.99
Seminal work from one of the hippest jazz singers ever – a session that showed the world that Eddie Jefferson was firmly back in business during the 60s! The set's got a really rollicking feel, and a bit more influence from soul than the bop of Eddie's roots – with elements of gospel ... (Vocalists) read more CD
(OJC pressing.)
John Jenkins, Clifford Jordan, & Bobby Timmons —
Jenkins, Jordan, & Timmons ... CD Prestige/New Jazz/OJC, 1957. Used ... Out Of Stock
About as hip as you can get for a hardbop session – a real cooker from the left end of the spectrum, filled with great work from all three players in the title! The pairing of Clifford Jordan's tenor and John Jenkins' alto is especially nice – as Jordan seems to bring out a bit of a ... (Jazz) read more CD
(1994 OJC pressing.)
Bill Jennings & Jack McDuff —
Legends Of Acid Jazz – Glide On/Prestige, 1959/1960. Used ... Out Of Stock
Lonnie Johnson & Elmer Snowden —
Blues & Ballads ... CD Prestige, 1960. Used ... Out Of Stock
Rootsy blues from the brief stretch when Prestige Records was experimenting with non-jazz material – a back-to-basics session that features Johnson on electric guitar and vocals, Snowden on acoustic guitar, and only Wendell Marshall's jazz-trained bass to back the pair up. The work's in a ... (Blues) read more CD
(Original Blues Classics pressing.)
Lonnie Johnson with Victoria Spivey —
Idle Hours ... CD Prestige/Bluesville, 1961. Used ... $4.99
Beautiful late work from Lonnie Johnson – recorded decades after his bigger years on record, but handled with great care by Prestige Records, during the brief run of its Bluesville imprint! Like most of the rest of the sides at the time, the approach here is to make an older mode live again ... (Blues) read more CD
(Original Blues Classics pressing.)
Prestige, 1969/1970. Used ... $19.99
2 of Boogaloo Joe's best and rarest albums on one CD – guitar jazz funk at its best! First up is Boogaloo Joe – a killer session of funky guitar jazz, and the record that gave Ivan "Boogaloo" Joe Jones his nickname! The set's a full-on wailer that really blows away Joe's ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Carmell Jones —
Jay Hawk Talk (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Prestige (Japan), 1965. Used ... Out Of Stock
A great record by one of our favorite trumpet players – and one of those albums on Prestige that are darn hard to track down! Carmell Jones recorded this album after playing with Horace Silver and before leaving for exile in Europe (where he later recorded some great music with Nathan Davis) ... (Jazz) read more CD
Prestige/OJC, 1960. Used ... $1.99 3.99
Could anyone ever utter a sexier line than "Don't go to strangers, come to me?" We think not, and it's material like that that makes the album a real killer from Etta Jones – one of her best from the 60s, cut when she was really developing her skills as a vocalist, but still had ... (Vocalists) read more CD
(Early 90s OJC pressing, still sealed!)
Etta Jones —
Don't Go To Strangers ... CD Prestige/OJC/ZYX (Germany), 1960. Used ... Out Of Stock
Could anyone ever utter a sexier line than "Don't go to strangers, come to me?" We think not, and it's material like that that makes the album a real killer from Etta Jones – one of her best from the 60s, cut when she was really developing her skills as a vocalist, but still had ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Also available Don't Go To Strangers ... CD 1.99
Etta Jones —
Don't Go To Strangers (RVG edition) ... CD Prestige, 1960. Used ... Out Of Stock
Could anyone ever utter a sexier line than "Don't go to strangers, come to me?" We think not, and it's material like that that makes the album a real killer from Etta Jones – one of her best from the 60s, cut when she was really developing her skills as a vocalist, but still had ... (Soul) read more CD
Etta Jones —
From The Heart ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1962. Used ... Out Of Stock
A beautiful album of heartfelt vocal tracks by a young Etta Jones – featuring arrangements by Oliver Nelson that rank among the best sort that he was penning for vocalists of this sort during the 60s. Etta's got a nice mix of material here, and although some of the tracks are a bit well-known ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Also available From The Heart ... LP 4.99
Etta Jones —
Hollar! ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1963. Used ... Out Of Stock
A lost gem from Etta's early 60s years on Prestige – an album that has her singing with three different groups on the session, but coming out on top every time! The format's actually a good one – not nearly as schizophrenic as you might think – as Prestige pairs Etta with a range ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Prestige/OJC, 1962. Used ... $4.99
Hard to imagine Etta Jones being lonely and blue – especially when she sounds as great as this! The album's one of Jones' early classics from Prestige – a date that really has her classing things up a lot, and drawing on bits of Billie Holiday and Dinah Washington's styles, to mix in ... (Vocalists) read more CD
(Out of print 1992 OJC pressing.)
Etta Jones —
So Warm ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1961. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Etta Jones is definitely nice and warm here – working with some great backings from Oliver Nelson, who mixes in a bit of strings with the usual jazzy punch he was delivering at the time! Jones' vocals are at the height of her early powers here – working with poise, class, and a heck of ... (Vocalists) read more CD
(Out of print mid 90s OJC pressing.)
King Curtis —
New Scene Of King Curtis ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1960. Used ... Out Of Stock
King Pleasure/Prestige/OJC, Early 50s. Used ... Out Of Stock
A record that revolutionized the concept of jazz vocals in the 50s – thanks to famous performances by Annie Ross and King Pleasure! The tracks on the LP include Ross' early interpretations of Wardell Gray's classics "Twisted" and "Farmer's Market", and the King Pleasure ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Also available King Pleasure Sings/
Roland Kirk —
Pre-Rashaan (Kirk's Works/Prestige, 1961/1968. Used ... Out Of Stock
Nice 2-in-1 set that reissues 2 hard to find albums by Roland Kirk! Kirk's Work is a strange and tasty album that Kirk made with organist Jack McDuff in the early 60s. The album's also been issued under the title Funk Underneath – but this is the original version. Kirk's tenor, manzello, ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Rear case has a small cutout hole.)
Roland Kirk with Jack McDuff —
Kirk's Work (aka Funk Underneath) (RVG remaster edition) ... CD Prestige, 1961. Used ... Out Of Stock
A strange and tasty little album that Roland Kirk made with organist Jack McDuff in the early 60s – one of his few outings in such a format, and a smoking little session that almost makes us wish he'd cut more of them! The format is relatively simple – with lots of interplay between ... (Jazz) read more CD
Eric Kloss —
About Time – Introducing Eric Kloss/Prestige, 1965/1966. Used ... Out Of Stock
Eric Kloss —
First Class (First Class Kloss/Prestige, 1966/1967. Used ... Out Of Stock
2 excellent early albums from overlooked saxophone genius Eric Kloss! Grits & Gravy is a really incredible little set – with a varied approach that we love! About half the record has Kloss blowing with a quartet that includes Jaki Byard on piano, Richard Davis on bass, and Alan Dawson ... (Jazz) read more CD
Eric Kloss —
Sky Shadows/Prestige, 1968/1969. Used ... Out Of Stock
2 Eric Kloss albums back to back on a single CD – both under-discovered, and both totally great! Sky Shadows is one of the late 60s killers for Prestige by reedman Kloss – sublime material that was every bit as great as some of the bigger-name work for the label, but never really got ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print, 1999 pressing.)
Don Lanphere/Prestige, 1949/1950. Used ... Out Of Stock
The earliest days of a legendary jazz label – some of the first 78rpm material recorded by Prestige Records, all of it pretty darn great! The first half of the set features work by the group of tenorist Don Lanphere – a great player we don't really know at all, but one who's got Fats ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Yusef Lateef —
Eastern Sounds (RVG remaster edition) ... CD Prestige, 1961. Used ... Out Of Stock
The title says it all – as Yusef Lateef works here in that wonderful mixture of hardbop, soul jazz, and Eastern stylings that he brought to all of his best early sessions as a leader! Lateef himself is playing tenor, flute, and oboe – which he uses to craft these eerie snakecharmer ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Eastern Sounds (180 gram pressing) ... LP 36.99(2006 RVG pressing.)
Yusef Lateef —
Sounds Of Yusef ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1957. Used ... Out Of Stock
A beautifully haunting set by Yusef that marked his move to Prestige, and a sophistication of the Eastern-tinged jazz style that he developed during his years with Savoy. The tracks on here feature Yusef playing tenor, flute, and argol – with backing by a group of Detroit musicians that ... (Jazz) read more CD
(1996 OJC pressing.)
Latin Jazz Quintet —
Latin Soul (Japanese pressing) ... CD Prestige (Japan), 1965. Used ... Out Of Stock
A wonderful batch of Latin Jazz grooves – played by a group who more than deserved the right to call themselves the Latin Jazz Quintet! The core sound features vibes and piano jamming away nicely, really hitting some great modal rhythms – but this album's also got an added bonus in the ... (Latin) read more CD
Latin Jazz Quintet + Eric Dolphy —
Caribe ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1960. Used ... Out Of Stock
A masterful meeting of Eric Dolpy and The Latin Jazz Quintet – a record that shows a rare Latin side of Dolphy's talents, but one that's totally great! The core group here are the ensemble led by conga player Juan Amalbert with vibes, piano, bass, and percussion – a group who helped ... (Jazz) read more CD
Barbara Lea —
Barbara Lea ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1956/1957. Used ... Out Of Stock
One of the few 50s albums ever cut from singer Barbara Lea – a great vocalist who seemed to get a bit more of a chance in the studio much later in her life! This session's got a slightly unusual feel – in that it's not really torchy, but also not as outrightly swinging either – ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Mundell Lowe —
Grand Night For Swinging ... CD Prestige/Riverside/OJC, 1957. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A very hip album that shows that Mundell Lowe was much more than just a regular jazz guitarist. Lowe emerges here as a relatively hip modernist – working in a small combo that includes Ed Thigpen on drums, Billy Taylor on piano, and Les Grinage on bass, as well as occasional alto work by ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Harold Mabern —
Few Miles From Memphis/Prestige, 1968/1969. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A tremendous set of soul jazz piano work – and two of the strongest 60s albums as a leader from pianist Harold Mabern! At the time of these records, Mabern had been lending his talents to a variety of artists in a variety of scenes – including the Chicago soulbop recordings of the ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Harold Mabern —
Wailin' (Workin & Wailin/Prestige, 1969/1970. Used ... Out Of Stock
2 of Harold Mabern's best albums for Prestige on one CD! First up is the soulful laidback album Workin & Wailin, which features some excellent extended tracks that let Mabern show his deep Memphis roots. Idris Muhammad's on drums, and the titles include "Strozier's Mood", "Waltz ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Teo Macero —
Teo Macero With The Prestige Jazz Quartet ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1957. Used ... Out Of Stock
One of the few 50s small group sessions recorded by Teo Macero as a leader – and one of the best! Macero's probably better known both for his work as an arranger, and as a producer of famous albums at bigger labels – but here, he's working with a quintet in a laidback vibe that really ... (Jazz) read more CD
Pat Martino —
East! ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1968. Used ... Out Of Stock
Very groovy stuff from guitarist Pat Martino – and a record that has him breaking past the soul jazz roots of his early days with Trudy Pitts – into a more open-ended spiritual vein, well-suited for the "east" tag in the title! The record's not filled with a lot of Eastern ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Prestige/OJC, 1967. Used ... $11.99
An excellent album from guitarist Pat Martino – caught here at a key point when he was breaking out of his earlier soul jazz roots, and going for a more complicated style that showed he was picking up a lot of spiritual influences from the Coltrane generation. The record's got a core group ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Prestige/New Jazz, 1961/1963. Used ... $6.99 8.99
2 lost sides of soul jazz – both of them rare gems on vinyl, and back-to-back here in one nicely priced CD package! Doin The Thang is an excellent bit of lost soul jazz piano work – featuring the highly underrated Ronnie Mathews, with a quartet that includes Freddie Hubbard on trumpet ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Freddie McCoy —
Spider Man ... CD Prestige/Victor (Japan), 1965. Used ... Out Of Stock
A striking little set from vibesman Freddie McCoy – not just for the cool superhero image on the front cover, but also for the tight grooves underneath! The album's one of McCoy's most unified for Prestige – as all tracks feature a core quartet with Freddie on vibes, Charlie Wilson on ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print, includes obi.)
Jack McDuff —
Prestige Years ... CD Prestige, Early 60s. Used ... $4.99
Titles include "The Honeydripper", "Sanctified Waltz", "Opus De Funk", "Hot Barbeque", "Mellow Gravy", "Yeah, Baby", "Rock Candy", "Tough 'Duff", and more – 14 tracks total. (Jazz) CD
(Barcode has a cutout hole, disc has a promo stamp.)
Jack McDuff & Gene Ammons —
Brother Jack Meets The Boss ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1962. Used ... Out Of Stock
A classic early set from Jack McDuff – and a record that's very much in his own hands, despite the presence of Gene Ammons as a co-leader! The group's more of a McDuff one than an Ammons ensemble – and features the great Joe Dukes on drums, Eddie Diehl on guitar, and Harold Vick on ... (Jazz) read more CD
Jack McDuff with Joe Dukes —
Soulful Drums Of Joe Dukes/Prestige, 1964/1965. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
2 of the greatest albums ever by Jack McDuff – back to back on one CD! Soulful Drums of Joe Dukes was originally issued under the name of McDuff's famous mid-60s funky drummer, Joe Dukes – but it's actually a McDuff session, recorded with the classic quartet lineup that includes Red ... (Jazz) read more CD
(2001 pressing.)
Brownie McGhee & Sonny Terry —
Bluesville Years Vol 5 – Mr Brownie & Mr Sonny ... CD Prestige, 1960. Used ... Out Of Stock
Jackie McLean —
4, 5 & 6 ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1956. Used ... Out Of Stock
An unusual title, but one that refers to Jackie McLean in quartet, quintet, and sextet formation – a growing lineup that develops along the course of the record, as new players are added into the mix with a casual, almost blowing session approach! The set begins with Jackie's alto set out in ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Jackie McLean —
Prestige Profiles ... CD Prestige, 1956/1957. Used ... Out Of Stock
Includes the songs "Strange Blues", "Mirage", "Embraceable You", "Alto Madness", "Sentimental Journey", "What's New", "Our Love Is Here To Stay", and "Lights Out". (Jazz) CD
Charles McPherson —
Bebop Revisited! ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1965. Used ... $11.99
Bebop is alive and well in this classic 60s set by McPherson – blowing hard here in a Bird-esque mode on alto, but also with some of the soulfulness of Jackie McLean during the 50s. The group features Carmell Jones on trumpet, Barry Harris on piano, Nelson Boyd on bass, and Al Heath on drums ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Gil Melle —
Gil's Guests ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1956/1957. Used ... Out Of Stock
We've got a long-standing love affair with the music of Gil Melle, and this CD's a perfect example of why we think he's so great! Melle was an enigmatic baritone player who recorded for Blue Note and Prestige in the 50's, and his recordings for both labels have a strange other-wordly quality that's ... (Jazz) read more CD
Hank Mobley —
Messages ... CD Prestige, 1956/1976. Used ... Out Of Stock
A double-length reissue of very hard to find Hank Mobley sessions from the mid 50's – Mobley's Message, and Mobley's Second Message. The record's filled with damn great hard bop tenor material, with groups that include players like Donald Byrd, Art Taylor, Kenny Dorham, Doug Watkins, and ... (Jazz) read more CD
Prestige/OJC, Mid 50s. Used ... $0.99
A stone classic from the Modern Jazz Quartet – recorded back when the group still featured Kenny Clarke in its membership, but already with some of the more serious, somber tones that would mark the combo's more famous years! Tracks here are from a variety of sessions in 1953, 1954, and 1955 ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Django (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD 11.99(OJC pressing.)
Modern Jazz Quartet —
Django (20 bit remaster) ... CD Prestige, Mid 50s. Used ... Out Of Stock
A stone classic from the Modern Jazz Quartet – recorded back when the group still featured Kenny Clarke in its membership, but already with some of the more serious, somber tones that would mark the combo's more famous years! Tracks here are from a variety of sessions in 1953, 1954, and 1955 ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Django (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD 11.99
Django ... CD 0.99
Prestige (Japan), Mid 50s. Used ... $11.99
A stone classic from the Modern Jazz Quartet – recorded back when the group still featured Kenny Clarke in its membership, but already with some of the more serious, somber tones that would mark the combo's more famous years! Tracks here are from a variety of sessions in 1953, 1954, and 1955 ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Django ... CD 0.99(Out of print late 90s Japanese pressing.)
Prestige, 1944/1952/1953/1954. Used 3 CDs ... $19.99
Includes 33 tracks on 3 CDs and features Coleman Hawkins, Sonny Rollins, Miles Davis, Art Blakey, and others. (Jazz) CD
(Out of print 2000 pressing with 20bit mastering – in great shape with the slipcover and large booklet!)
Thelonious Monk —
Definitive Thelonious Monk On Prestige & Riverside ... CD Prestige/Riverside, 1950s. Used 2CD ... Out Of Stock
A solid collection that brings together 21 tracks from Monk's Prestige and Riverside albums. Features work recorded with Sonny Rollins, Art Blakey, Max Roach, John Coltrane, and Johnny Griffin – plus some excellent solo material too! (Jazz) CD
Thelonious Monk —
Thelonious Monk & Sonny Rollins ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1953/1954. Used ... Out Of Stock
A full length set that compiles earlier sessions cut under either the name of Thelonious Monk or Sonny Rollins – most of them together in the same group! At the time of recording, Monk was an established figure on the bop scene, but Rollins was still a fresh voiced up-and-comer – yet ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print 1992 OJC pressing.)
Thelonious Monk —
Thelonious Monk & Sonny Rollins (20 bit remaster) ... CD Prestige, 1953/1954. Used ... Out Of Stock
A full length set that compiles earlier sessions cut under either the name of Thelonious Monk or Sonny Rollins – most of them together in the same group! At the time of recording, Monk was an established figure on the bop scene, but Rollins was still a fresh voiced up-and-comer – yet ... (Jazz) read more CD
Prestige (Japan), 1953/1954. Used ... Just Sold Out!
A full length set that compiles earlier sessions cut under either the name of Thelonious Monk or Sonny Rollins – most of them together in the same group! At the time of recording, Monk was an established figure on the bop scene, but Rollins was still a fresh voiced up-and-comer – yet ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print, includes obi.)
Thelonious Monk —
Thelonious Monk & Sonny Rollins (RVG remaster edition) ... CD Prestige, 1953/1954. Used ... Out Of Stock
A full length set that compiles earlier sessions cut under either the name of Thelonious Monk or Sonny Rollins – most of them together in the same group! At the time of recording, Monk was an established figure on the bop scene, but Rollins was still a fresh voiced up-and-comer – yet ... (Jazz) read more CD
Thelonious Monk —
Thelonious Monk Quintet ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1953/1954. Used ... Out Of Stock
A full length LP that brings together 2 earlier sessions by Thelonious Monk! The main part of the album is a legendary Monk quintet recording, done at a time when Thelonious was mostly pretty trio-heavy in the studio – and a set that features some great tenor by Frank Foster, alongside ... (Jazz) read more CD
Thelonious Monk —
Thelonious Monk Quintet (RVG remasters) ... CD Prestige, 1953/1954. Used ... Out Of Stock
A full length LP that brings together 2 earlier sessions by Thelonious Monk! The main part of the album is a legendary Monk quintet recording, done at a time when Thelonious was mostly pretty trio-heavy in the studio – and a set that features some great tenor by Frank Foster, alongside ... (Jazz) read more CD
Prestige, 1952/1954. Used ... $2.99
Key early trio material from Thelonious Monk – a record that features seminal recordings of important compositions, all done in sharply angular versions that showcase the best modern Monk touch on piano! As with a number of early Prestige LPs, the material here is pulled from 2 different ... (Jazz) read more CD
Thelonious Monk —
Thelonious Monk Trio (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Prestige (Japan), 1952/1954. Used ... Out Of Stock
Key early trio material from Thelonious Monk – a record that features seminal recordings of important compositions, all done in sharply angular versions that showcase the best modern Monk touch on piano! As with a number of early Prestige LPs, the material here is pulled from 2 different ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Thelonious Monk Trio (20 bit remaster) ... CD 2.99
James Moody —
Don't Look Away Now! ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1969. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A mind-blowing set by James Moody, and one that shows him hitting some amazing new ground! The set's a real mixture of styles, and features some incredible post-Coltrane tenor work that will make you think you're listening to Wayne Shorter or Gary Bartz, instead of bop-man Moody. The album's also ... (Jazz) read more CD
James Moody —
Moody's Mood For Blues ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1954/1955. Used ... Out Of Stock
James Moody on alto and tenor saxophone, Pee Wee Moore on baritone saxophone, William Shepherd on trombone, Dave Burns on trumpet, Jimmy Boyd and Sadik Hakim on piano, John Lathan on bass, Clarence Johnson and Joe Harris on drums, with vocals from Eddie Jefferson and Iona Wade. (Jazz) CD
Prestige/OJC, 1961. Used ... $9.99 12.99
One of the first larger concept albums from Oliver Nelson – and a set that really marked a strong step forward as a jazz arranger! The album is one long suite – as you might guess from the title – with righteous themes that deal not just with rising independence in postwar Africa ... (Jazz) read more CD
Oliver Nelson —
Complete Prestige Collection (4CD set) ... CD Prestige/Enlightenment (UK), 1959/1960/1961/1962. Used 4 CDs ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Includes the albums Meet Oliver Nelson, Taking Care Of Business, Screamin' The Blues, Soul Battle, Blues & The Abstract Blues, Straight Ahead, Main Stem, and Afro-American Sketches. (Jazz) CD
(Out of print.)
Oliver Nelson —
Main Stem ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1961. Used ... Out Of Stock
A relaxed small group session from saxophonist Oliver Nelson – a record that's quite different than some of his more tightly arranged dates, and a good reminder of this side of his talents! Oliver plays both alto and tenor sax on the album, and he's joined by a perfect group for the easy ... (Jazz) read more CD
Oliver Nelson —
Screamin' The Blues ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1960. Used ... Out Of Stock
One of the most open-ended and laidback records ever from Oliver Nelson – a set that gets away from the tighter arrangements of other albums, and really lets you concentrate on his saxophone work! The album's got a really wonderful feel throughout – easygoing and soulful, with work by ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Oliver Nelson —
Screamin' The Blues (RVG remaster edition) ... CD New Jazz/Prestige, 1960. Used ... Out Of Stock
One of the most open-ended and laidback records ever from Oliver Nelson – a set that gets away from the tighter arrangements of other albums, and really lets you concentrate on his saxophone work! The album's got a really wonderful feel throughout – easygoing and soulful, with work by ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Oliver Nelson with Eric Dolphy —
Straight Ahead ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1961. Used ... Out Of Stock
A great little small group session by Nelson – one that has him working in a quintet with Eric Dolphy, one that shows that Nelson could be a strongly modernist player when he wanted to be! Dolphy plays alto, bass clarinet, and flute – and Nelson's tone is appropriately biting to match ... (Jazz) read more CD
New Jazz/Prestige/OJC, Early 60s. Used ... $18.99
Oliver Nelson is definitely taking care of business here – thanks to some key help from the great Lem Winchester on vibes, and a young Johnny Hammond Smith on organ! The pair bring a mighty deep groove to the record – which gives Nelson a chance to show off some of the deeper tones on ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print, name in pen on CD.)
Oliver Nelson/Prestige, 1960. Used ... Out Of Stock
This is the kind of battle we like to see! Three heavy tenors – Nelson, King, and Jimmy Forrest – come head to head in a relaxed set of tunes cut in that Prestige blowing session mode, but tweaked with a bit more tightness, in the style of some of the label's emerging soul jazz sides ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Early 90s OJC pressing.)
Joe Newman —
Jive At Five ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1960. Used ... Out Of Stock
Joe blows it strong and mellow – in this spare swinging group that includes Frank Wess on tenor, Tommy Flanagan on piano, Eddie Jones on bass, and Oliver Jackson on drums. Tracks are warm and unpressured, more in a Verve mode than a Prestige one – and titles include "Wednesday's ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print OJC pressing.)
Don Patterson —
Boppin' & Burnin' ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1968. Used ... Out Of Stock
A stone cooker from organist Don Patterson – and one of his best fuller group recordings for Prestige from the 60s! Patterson is best known for his work on the label with his trio that included guitarist Pat Martino and drummer Billy James – and while that unit is intact here, they're ... (Jazz) read more CD
Prestige, 1972. Used ... $9.99
2 sides of sweet electric grooving from Houston Person – records that feature his soulful tenor set in larger arrangements than on his earlier small combo Prestige sessions, in a mode that's a bit like some of the larger jazz sets coming out on CTI and Kudu at the time! Like Stanley ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print, cutout notch through spine.)
Sonny Phillips —
Legends Of Acid Jazz – Sure 'Nuff/Prestige, 1969/1970. Used ... Out Of Stock
Keyboardist Sonny Phillips was one of the lesser-known talents on the Prestige roster of jazz funk greats in the early 70s – and this nice 2-in-1 CD brings together his 2 best albums for the label, both of which feature Phillips on organ, along with giants like Ivan Boogaloo Joe Jones on ... (Jazz) read more CD
