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ITM, 1991. Used ... $2.99
Robin Kenyatta on saxophones, Morten Gronvad on vibraphone, Reddie Johnson on bass, and Ronnie Burrage on drums. CD
Robin Kenyatta —
Robin Kenyatta's Free State Band ... CD Music Disc (France), 1972. Used ... Just Sold Out!
A rather rare and quite burning side from reedman Kenyatta, leading his Free State Band, which he'd formed in Europe in the late 60s. There's a super heavy afro-funk groove grounding this set, based around the Congolese guitar player Francois Nyombo and congo player Keino Spellar. Kenyatta's ... read more CD
Concord, 1975. Used ... $5.99
With Chuck Domanico on bass, Vic Feldman on vibes, Jake Hanna on drums, Milt Holland on percussion, Jimmy Rowles on keyboards, and Herbie Steward on reeds and flute. CD
(Out of print.)
Franklin Kiermyer —
Kairos ... CD Evidence, 1996. Used ... Just Sold Out!
Franklin Kiermyer on drums, Dom Richards and Drew Gress on bass, John Esposito on piano, Sam Rivers on soprano saxophone, Eric Person on soprano and alto saxophone, and Michael Stuart on soprano and tenor saxophone. CD
(Punch through barcode.)
Franklin Kiermyer with Pharoah Sanders —
Solomon's Daughter ... CD Evidence, 1994. Used ... $3.99
A great 90s appearance from Pharoah Sanders – working here with drummer Franklin Kiermyer, next to John Esposito on piano and Drew Gress on double bass. CD
(Punch through barcode.)
OO Discs, 1992. Used ... $3.99
With Adam Plack, Shelley Hirsch, Alvin Curran, Mor Thiam, and Malcolm Goldstein. CD
(Out of print.)
Earshift (Australia), 2023. Used ... $7.99
Sunny Kim on voice and live processing, Vardan Ovsepian on piano and keyboards, and Ben Monder on guitar. CD
Palmetto, 2007. Used ... $4.99
Solo piano album – titles include "Coming Home On The Hudson", "Wig Wise", and "Jackie-ing", plus the originals "Ca'lina", "The Spins", "Quickening", and "Air". CD
(Tray card has a crease.)
Palmetto, 2004. Used ... $4.99
Frank Kimbrough on piano, Ben Allison on bass, and Matt Wilson on drums. CD
(Out of print.)
United Artists/Blue Note, Early 60s. Used ... $4.99
The rarest of three albums that King Pleasure ever recorded – and pretty darn hard to find, too. The set was recorded after King's earlier sides for the Prestige and HiFi jazz labels, but it's in a very similar style, with some wonderful vocalese-ing done in Pleasure's landmark style. He's ... (Vocalists, Jazz) read more CD
Parco Della (Italy), 2018. Used ... $6.99
With Manuele Morbidini on alto saxophone. CD
Rahsaan Roland Kirk —
Blacknuss ... CD Atlantic/Collectables, 1972. Used ... $4.99
One of the best-remembered albums from the Atlantic Records run of the legendary Rahsaan Roland Kirk – a set that stands as Kirk's answer to all the hipper soul currents that were taking place at the time – including some that were being issued by singers on Atlantic Records! The album ... read more CD
Also available Blacknuss ... LP 19.99
Atlantic, 1973. Used 2 CDs ... $16.99
Great double album live set with Roland leading a tight group through a long and varied set of material, all of which showcases the odd goofy sound of his music, and his offbeat approach to more familiar tracks. He talks a bit, makes the odd joke about being blind, and never ceases to amaze with ... read more CD
(1993 Atlantic/Rhino pressing.)
Atlantic/Rhino, Late 60s/Early 70s. Used 2 CDs ... $9.99
Amazing music from one of the greatest reed players ever – complete with a hefty booklet too! CD
(Out of print, complete with the original slipcase and in great shape!)
Roland Kirk —
Domino ... CD Verve, 1962. Used ... $9.99
A key early album from reedman Roland Kirk – at set that really has him strongly finding his voice in jazz, and transforming most of modern music in the process! The set's a perfect illustration of the way that Roland could swing with soul, yet still reach out with bold new ideas too – ... read more CD
(Verve Master Edition in an nice tri-fold digipak.)
Roland Kirk —
I Talk With The Spirits ... CD Verve, 1964. Used ... $9.99
One of Roland Kirk's moodiest albums – and a record that really helped him find a big new audience in the 60s! The approach here is a bit different than some of Kirk's more bombastic jazz albums from previous years – gentle, and almost spiritual at times – thanks to heavy use of ... read more CD
(Out of print Verve master edition.)
Roland Kirk —
Introducing Roland Kirk ... CD Chess/MCA, 1960. Used ... $4.99
Despite the fact that the title's "Introducing Roland Kirk", it's not actually Kirk's first album – but it is a heck of a smoker with a very unusual sound! The session features Roland with a Chicago group that includes Ira Sullivan on trumpet, Don Garrett on bass, and Ron Burton on ... read more CD
Also available Introducing Roland Kirk ... LP 13.99(Early 90s pressing.)
Roland Kirk —
Kirk In Copenhagen ... CD Mercury, 1963. Used ... $5.99
A rare slice of work by Roland Kirk from his early years – a great live set recorded in Europe in the mid 60's – done in a looser mode than his studio sessions from the time! Kirk's playing his usual array of incredible horns – tenor, stritch, flute, nose flute, and manzello ... read more CD
(2004 digipak pressing.)
EmArcy, 1965. Used ... $6.99
Fantastic stuff! This essential CD brings together two of Roland Kirk's best albums from the mid 60's (and two of his hardest to find on vinyl!) Rip, Rig, & Panic is mindblowing work from Roland Kirk – a record that really pushes the boundaries of his music even farther than some of his ... read more CD
(1990 EmArcy/Polygram pressing.)
Roland Kirk —
Roller Coaster ... CD Bandstand/Tokuma (Japan), 1970. Used ... $18.99
Features Ron Burton on piano, Vernon Martin on bass, Harold White on drums, and Joe Habad Texidor on percussion. CD
(Out of print, includes obi.)
Roland Kirk —
Roller Coaster (illustrated cover) ... CD Bandstand (Japan), 1970. Used ... $9.99
Features Ron Burton on piano, Vernon Martin on bass, Harold White on drums, and Joe Habad Texidor on percussion. CD
(Includes obi!)
Roland Kirk —
Volunteered Slavery ... CD Atlantic/Rhino, 1969. Used ... Just Sold Out!
Our favorite album ever from Roland Kirk – and a beautiful mix of two different sides of his genius! Side one's got Roland doing these crazy takes on late 60's pop cuts like "My Cherie Amour" and "Say a Little Prayer", plus his own "songs", done with soulful ... read more CD
Also available Volunteered Slavery ... LP 34.99(1993 Atlantic/Rhino pressing.)
Mercury, 1961. Used ... $7.99
A hell of a record from the young Roland Kirk – one of his first for Mercury Records, and the start of a great run of genius in the 60s! Kirk is mindblowing here – playing tenor, flute, manzello, and stritch – often at the same time, as pictured on the cover – a mode that's ... read more CD
Also available We Free Kings ... LP 49.99(Early 90s West German pressing.)
Stunt (Denmark), 2022. Used ... $6.99
Snorre Kirk on drums – with Stephen Riley on tenor, Micheal Blicher on alto, Magnus Hjorth on piano, and Anders Fjeldsted on bass. CD
Columbia, 1992. Used ... $1.99
Features Ravi Coltrane on saxophone and Jack DeJohnette on drums! CD
Fresh Sound New Talent, 2005. Used ... $7.99
Guillermo Klein on piano and vocals – with Bill McHenry and Gorka Benitez on reeds, Sandro Tomasi on trombone, Taylor Haskins on trumpet, Ben Monder on guitar, and others. CD
John Klemmer —
Involvement (LP style sleeve) ... CD Cadet/Verve, 1967. Used ... $9.99
Beautiful early work from John Klemmer – one of the most under-rated talents of his generation, and a great player who frequently gets overlooked because of his later, smoother work. This album is Klemmer's first – recorded with a soulful Chicago tenor sound, touched with some of the ... read more CD
Also available Involvement ... LP 9.99(Out of print, mark through obi barcode.)
Hatology (Switzerland), 2003. Used ... $8.99
Franz Koglmann on trumpet and flugelhorn, Klaus Koch on bass, Tony Coe on clarinet and tenor saxophone, Burkhard Stangl on guitar, and Misha Mengelberg on piano. CD
Soul Note (Italy), 1986. Used ... $8.99
Features Lee Konitz on soprano sax – with Harold Danko on piano, Rufus Reid on bass, and Al Harewood on drums! CD
(Out of print.)
Jazzwerkstatt (Germany), Late 80s/Early 90s. Used ... $6.99 8.99
Lee Konitz on alto and Frank Wunsch on piano. CD
(Includes slipcase.)
Inner City, 1977. Used ... $12.99
Great duets – Lee Konitz on alto and Hal Galper on piano! CD
Steeplechase (Denmark), 1998. Used ... $11.99
Lee Konitz on alto saxophone, Rich Perry on tenor saxophone, Harold Danko on piano, Jay Anderson on bass, and Billy Drummond on drums. CD
(Markings on the back of case.)
Palmetto, 2000. Used ... $7.99
Lee Konitz on alto saxophone, Catherine Bent on cello, Judith Insell on viola, and Meg Okura and Rob Thomas on violin. CD
(Digipak has some wear and a sticker remnant over the barcode.)
Dodicilune (Italy), 2002. Used ... $9.99
With Marco Di Gennaro on piano and Carlo Battisti on drums. CD
(Out of print.)
Owl (France), 1982. Used ... $6.99
Lee Konitz on alto sax and Michel Petrucciani on piano. Tracks include "I Hear A Rhapsody", "To Erlinda", "Lover Man", "Ode", and "Lovelee". CD
(Out of print, French Owl pressing sans barcode. Cutout hole in spine.)
Satellites, 1997. Used ... $4.99
With Joe Chambers on drums. CD
(Punch through barcode.)
Nonesuch, 1996. Used ... $1.99
Gidon Kremer on violin, Friedrich Lips on accordion, Per Arne Glorvigen on bandoneon, Vladimir Tonkha on cello, Michel Portal on clarinet, Alois Posch on double bass, Elisabeth Chojnacka on harpischord, Mark Pekarsky on percussion, and Vadim Sakharov on piano. CD
(Out of print.)
Cadence, 2008/2009. Used ... $9.99
With Marion Hayden and Peter Dominguez on bass, Renell Gonsalves and Ron Godale on drums and Claude Black on piano. CD
Enja (Germany), 2002. Used ... $9.99
A beautiful return to form for singer Karin Krog – one of our favorite jazz vocalists ever! The album's got Karin singing to arrangements and backing from pianist Steve Kuhn, a wonderful talent for a set like this, and a songwriter who's contributed some really wonderful tunes to the ... (Vocalists, Jazz) read more CD
Landmark, 1985. Used ... $4.99 Also available Monk Suite ... LP 16.99
Clef/Verve, Early 50s. Used ... $1.99 3.99
A wonderful meeting of two of the biggest 50s talents on the drums – and a session that's great not only for the expected firey percussion, but also for the horn work by other members on the set! Given the "drum battle" style of the record, the tracks are long and very open – ... read more CD
(1994 pressing.)
K2B2, 2012. Used ... $8.99
With Peter Erskine on drums. CD
(Out of print.)
No Business (Lithuania), 2016. Used ... $6.99
It seems like it's been many years since we last heard from reedman Peter Kuhn – but the sharpness of this set hardly marks the passage of time, as Kuhn's every bit as vibrant as he was a force on the avant scene of the late 70s and early 80s! As before, Kuhn handles a lot of b-flat and bass ... read more CD
Moserobie (Sweden), 2002. Used ... $8.99 11.99
Hard-blown brilliance from Jonas Kullhammar – quite possibly our favorite tenor talent of the 21st Century, and a heck of a great leader on this session! Kullhammar's quartet have a raw power that grabs from the very first note – yet they're never abusive of their strength, never over-i ... read more CD
(Still sealed!)
Concord, 1983. Used ... $9.99
With Laurindo Almeida on guitar, Bud Shank on alto and flute, Ray Brown on bass, and Jeff Hamilton on drums. CD
(Out of print.)
Hibari (Japan), 2007. Used ... $6.99
Blue Note, 1965. Used ... $9.99
One of the few albums that drummer Pete LaRoca ever made as a leader – and a gem through and through! LaRoca had a touch on the drums that was unlike anyone else – free, but never "out" – and in a flowing, progressive style that pointed the way towards the sound of jazz ... read more CD
Also available Basra (180 gram pressing) ... LP 25.99(Out of print 1995 pressing.)
Cavity Search, 1997. Used 2 CDs ... $19.99
Steve Lacy on soprano sax and vocals, Jean-Jazques Avenel on acoustic bass, and John Betsch on drums. CD
Hatology (Switzerland), 1979. Used 2 CDs ... $18.99
One of Steve Lacy's great late 70s recordings for Hat Hut – a searing live performance that was one of his boldest efforts from the time! The group here are a quintet of familiar players – Steve Potts on alto and soprano sax, Irene Aebi on cello and voice, Kent Carter on bass, and ... read more CD
Guy Lafitte —
Jambo ... CD BMG (France), 1968. Used ... Just Sold Out!
One of the greatest albums ever recorded by Guy Lafitte – a wickedly soulful set that's overflowing with Latin and modern touches! Lafitte's in the lead on tenor, backed by a group that features the groundbreaking George Arvanitas trio at its core, plus trombone from Sonny Grey and guitar ... read more CD
(2004 digipak pressing.)
Oliver Lake —
NTU – Point From Which Creation Begins (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Arista/Muzak (Japan), 1971. Used ... $24.99
Reedman Oliver Lake at his most creative – stepping out here on a sublime set of 70s improvisations – all put together with a really spiritual feel! There's a very open, collaborative feel to the music – and the set was recorded in St Louis, at a time when Lake was a key part of ... read more CD
(2019 Japanese pressing.)
Mercury/Nippon (Japan), 1946/1947. Used ... $6.99
Music from Dave Lambert And Buddy Stewart With Red Rodney's Be-Boppers, Frances Wayne with Neal Hefti And His Orchestra, Neal Hefti And His Orchestra, and Red Rodney's Be-Boppers. CD
(Out of print.)
Lambert, Hendricks & Ross —
Hottest New Group In Jazz ... CD Columbia/Sony (France), Late 1950s. Used ... Just Sold Out!
How can we even begin to describe the genius of Lambert Hendricks and Ross? The group was a jazz vocal supergroup that merged three talents that had already made a big name in the bebop vocalese field – Dave Lambert, Jon Hendricks, and the lovely Annie Ross – and the project was an ... (Vocalists, Jazz) read more CD
Also available Hottest New Group In Jazz – The Complete Columbia Recordings ... CD 3.99
Columbia, Late 50s/Early 60s. Used 2 CDs ... $3.99
How can we even begin to describe the genius of Lambert Hendricks and Ross? The group was a jazz vocal supergroup that merged three talents that had already made a big name in the bebop vocalese field – Dave Lambert, Jon Hendricks, and the lovely Annie Ross – and the project was an ... (Vocalists, Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Impulse, Late 50s. Used ... $2.99
One of the first albums ever by this legendary jazz vocal group! LHR do the incredible – and create a set of vocal renditions of standards by the Basie band, putting jazzy lyrics in to replace the instrumental solos, but keeping the same vibe as the original tracks. The sound and approach ... (Vocalists, Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print)
Lan Xang —
Hidden Gardens ... CD Naxos, 1999. Used ... Just Sold Out!
Donny McCaslin on tenor and soprano saxophone, flute, Tunisian horn, and percussion, David Binney on alto saxophone, clarinet and live samples, Scott Colley on bass and percussion, and Kenny Wollesen on drums and percussion. CD
(Out of print.)
Audiophile, 2000. Used ... $9.99
Harold Land on tenor sax, Mulgrew Miller on piano, Ray Drummond on bass, and Billy Higgins on drums! CD
Blue Note, 1997. Used ... $3.99 5.99
With Jimmy Owens on trumpet, Dave Liebman and Lance Bryant on soprano sax, Ricky Ford on tenor, and George Cables on piano! CD
Ubuntu (Netherlands), 2023. Used ... $6.99
With Jonathan Thomas on drums. CD
Wicklow, 1999. Used ... $4.99
Produced and arranged by Bill Laswell. CD
(Out of print, penmark through barcode.)
Yusef Lateef —
Blue Yusef Lateef ... CD Atlantic/Label M, 1968. Used ... Just Sold Out!
One of our favorite Atlantic albums by the great Yusef Lateef – an incredible session that has him dipping back into his earlier exotic roots with those great reed styles of the early 60s – yet also hitting a mix of soul and funk like some of his other albums from the time! The sound ... read more CD
(Out of print Label M pressing.)
Impulse, 1964. Used ... $14.99
One of the greatest albums ever recorded by the mighty Yusef Lateef – and that's really saying a lot, given his fantastic legacy of albums! The set's a live one, which is a bit unusual in Lateef's catalog at this time – and the concert setting is perhaps a window onto some of his more ... read more CD
(Out of print, punch through barcode and a piece of clear tape on the booklet cover.)
Impulse, 1965. Used ... $14.99
A very unusual album for Yusef Lateef – and that's saying quite a lot, given how quirky most of his work can be! The session has Lateef exploring both rootsy and modern modes – working in a unique quartet that features George Arvanitas on piano, Reggie Workman on bass, and legendary ... read more CD
Also available Psychicemotus (180 gram pressing) ... LP 27.99(2005 digipak pressing – in great shape with the Impulse obi!)
Arawak, 2014. Used ... $8.99
Some of the most spiritual work we've heard from Yusef Lateef in years – a set cut with AACM legends Roscoe Mitchell and Douglas Ewart, and done with a sound that takes us back to the legendary sounds of both players in the 70s! Adam Rudolph also joins the quartet, bringing in some great ... read more CD
Intakt (Switzerland), 2020. Used 2CD ... $28.99
Features Ingrid Laubrock on saxophones, Cory Smythe on piano and quarter-tone keyboard, Sam Pluta on electronics, Zeena Parkins on electric harp, Adam Matlock on accordion, Josh Modney on violin, Robert Landfermann on bass, and Tom Rainey on drums. CD
Steeplechase (Denmark), 1989. Used ... $11.99
Andy LaVerne on piano, Rick Margitza on tenor and soprano saxophone, Marc Johnson on bass, and Danny Gottlieb on drums. CD
(Out of print.)
Posi-Tone, 2023. Used ... $8.99
Trumpeter Josh Lawrence has a nicely compressed approach to his trumpet – a sound that's sometimes got the more focused vibe of an early Miles Davis, along with all the sense of sparkle that might imply – yet with a delivery that's got a lot more space between the notes, and which ... read more CD
(Sealed copy.)
CTI, 1974. Used ... $6.99
Moody work from one of the most groundbreaking flute players of the 70s – and a real standout in the legendary catalog of CTI Records! Hubert Laws was not only richly talented, but he was also capable of a large number of styles – and this double-length set for CTI has him moving past ... read more CD
Also available In The Beginning (remastered edition) ... CD 9.99(1997 digipak pressing.)
CTI, 1974. Used Gatefold ... $9.99
Moody work from one of the most groundbreaking flute players of the 70s – and a real standout in the legendary catalog of CTI Records! Hubert Laws was not only richly talented, but he was also capable of a large number of styles – and this double-length set for CTI has him moving past ... read more CD
Also available In The Beginning ... CD 6.99(2011 remastered edition in a gatefold sleeve.)
Ubiquity, 2000. Used ... $2.99
Percussionist Babatunde's been on the scene for years – laying down some great work on albums by other folks, including many jazz funk classics. This album's a mix of percussion heavy jazz tracks, many of which have a Latin flavor – and Babutunde's joined by some top players sensitive ... read more CD
Criss Cross (Holland), 1990. Used ... $16.99
Mike LeDonne on piano, Dennis Irwin on bass, and Kenny Washington on drums. CD
(Promo sticker on booklet.)
Mike LeDonne —
Night Song ... CD Savant, 2005. Used ... Just Sold Out!
Mike LeDonne on piano, Ron Carter on bass, and Joe Farnsworth on drums. CD
Sorienaite (South Korea), 2024. Used ... $4.99
With Steve Wilson on saxophone. CD
(CDr release packaged in a nice LP style sleeve.)
Capitol, 1962. Used ... $5.99
Peggy's sweet as sugar, but working here with a heck of a lot of spice – thanks to arranger Benny Carter, who brings in a wonderfully jazzy feel to the set! The album's one of Peggy's best from her comeback years at Capitol – and a prime example of the syncopated, slinking mode of ... (Vocalists, Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
PI Records, 2008. Used ... $4.99
Steve Lehman on alto – with Jonathan Finlayson on trumpet, Chris Dingman on vibes, Jose Davila on tuba, and Tyshawn Sorey on drums! CD
(Digipak case has some edgewear.)
Concord, 1990. Used ... $7.99
Features John Hicks on piano, Ray Drummond on bass, and Marvin Smitty Smith on drums! CD
(Out of print. Booklet has a cut corner, disc has a promo stamp.)
Concord, 1991. Used ... $2.99 4.99
Peter Leitch on guitar, Neil Swainson on bass, Marvin "Smitty" Smith on drums, and special guest John Swana on trumpet and flugelhorn. CD
(Disc has a promo stamp, booklet has a very slight cut corner.)
Nagel Heyer (Germany), 2007. Used ... $8.99
Bethlehem/Toshiba (Japan), 1955. Used ... $12.99
A nice little bit of bop from LA – a tightly-crafted mid 50s date for the Bethlehem label – featuring drummer Stan Levey at the head of a great group of horn players! The album features some standout work from Dexter Gordon on tenor – making a rare appearance here as a sideman ... read more CD
(1999 Japanese pressing – includes obi.)
Pan (Japan), 1986. Used ... Just Sold Out!
A great spare session – just Charlie Haden on bass and Milcho Leviev on piano! Titles include "When Will The Blues Leave", "Monk's Moment", "Chairman Mao", "Silence", and "Beaup". CD
(Out of print.)
Discipline Global Mobile/Canyon (Japan), 1996. Used ... $6.99 9.99
With Brian Yamakoshi on koto on two tracks. CD
(Out of print, includes obi.)
Riverside/OJC, 1964. Used ... $6.99
"Dynamic" is right – as Rod's one of the hippest large group arrangers of his time! The album's a really wonderful record that features Rod leading an octet with a distinctly modern touch – almost building off the styles of Kenton groups of the 50s, but with more of the ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Tao Forms, 2021. Used ... $9.99
Maybe the strongest creative statement to date from tenorist James Brandon Lewis – an album of work inspired by the legacy of George Washington Carver – served up here with a sense of depth that's certain to open even more doors for Lewis in years to come! There's a majesty to the ... read more CD
Also available Jesup Wagon (with bonus download) ... LP 22.99(Penmark through barcode.)
Atlantic, 2001. Used ... $1.99
John Lewis on piano, Howard Collins and Harold Alden on guitar, Marc Johnson and George Mraz on bass, and Lewis Nash on drums. CD
Atlantic, 1956. Used ... $6.99
We would gladly trade every other John Lewis album for a copy of this album – because the album's a treasure all the way through – and a really unique set, with a really unique feel! The session features Lewis' piano in the company of a hip French group that includes Sasha Distel on ... read more CD
(1999 Koch Jazz pressing.)
Ramsey Lewis —
Greatest Hits ... CD Chess/MCA, 1960s. Used ... $1.99
Ramsey Lewis on piano, Christopher White, Cleveland Eaton, and Eldee Young on bass, Maurice White and Red Holt on drums, and Eldee Young on cello. CD
Ramsey Lewis —
Songs From The Heart – Ramsey Plays Ramsey ... CD Concord, 2009. Used ... $1.99
A pretty sweet set from the legendary Ramsey Lewis – possibly his best in years – all original material performed with his impeccable trio! If title Songs From The Heart has you expecting smooth, commercial fluff, you'll be pleasantly surprised. It's exceptional trio jazz all the way. ... read more CD
(Rear case has 2 small cutout holes.)
Ramsey Lewis Trio —
Bossa Nova ... CD Argo/MCA (Japan), 1962. Used ... $18.99
One of the most unique albums from Ramsey Lewis' early years at Chess Records – a spare set of bossa groovers that has the Lewis trio with Eldee Young and Redd Holt augmented by added Brazilian percussion and guitar! The sound is spare, sharp, and soulful – and the record's one of the ... read more CD
(Out of print 20bit K2 pressing, includes obi.)
Criss Cross (Netherlands), 1986. Used ... $16.99
Righteous jazz from these two Detroit legends – Lightsey on piano and Belgrave on trumpet – with Jean Toussaint on tenor, Santi DeBriano on bass, and Eddie Gladden on drums. Titles include "Marcus' Mates", "Windmill", "Lower Bridge Level", and "Golden ... read more CD
Verve/Gitanes, 1991. Used ... $2.99
A fantastic pairing of the vocals of Abbey Lincoln and the tenor sax of Stan Getz – one that's captured here for the very first time on record, at a point that's just a few months shy of Stan's too-early death! Both players had really grown a lot during the 80s – and the match here is ... (Vocalists, Jazz) read more CD
Booker Little —
Complete Quartet Recordings ... CD Jazz Plot, Late 50s/Early 60s. Used ... Just Sold Out!
Include the songs "Opening Statement", "Minor Sweet", "Bee Tee's Minor Plea", "Life's A Little Blue", "The Grand Valse", "Who Can I Turn To", "My Old Flame (Take 1 Stereo)", "My Old Flame (Take 2 Mono)", "Sweet And ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Atlantic/Rhino, 1966/1968. Used ... $8.99
A famous album – but for good reason! The set's something of a landmark in spiritual jazz from the 60s – and it features a classic live performance from Charles Lloyd, recorded at the Monterey Jazz Festival – almost as a distillation and popularization of ideas that were brewing ... read more CD
(1994 pressing.)
Charles Lloyd —
Jumping The Creek ... CD ECM (Germany), 2005. Used ... Just Sold Out!
Charles Lloyd on reeds, Geri Allen on piano, Robert Hurst on bass, and Eric Harland on drums and percussion. CD
Charles Lloyd & Billy Higgins —
Which Way Is East ... CD ECM, 2001. Used 2 CDs ... $19.99
Charles Lloyd on tenor and alto saxophone, bass, alto and C flute, piano, taragato, Tibetan oboe, percussion, maracas, and voice. Billy Higgins on drums, guitar, guimbri, strings, percussion, and voice. CD
(Mark through barcode.)
No Label, 2015. Used ... $2.99 4.99
Features Mark Turner on tenor sax. CD
Barbara Long —
Soul ... CD Savoy, 1961. Used ... Just Sold Out!
A very hip album of vocal jazz – recorded by the underground singer Barbara Long, a righteous east coast talent who cut a very small amount of work during the 60s. This set's got Long backed by a small group that includes Booker Ervin, Billy Howell, and Nat Phipps – and Ervin's tenor ... (Vocalists, Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Tao Forms, 2023. Used ... $6.99
A stunning set from bassist Brandon Lopez – a younger player, but one who's already becoming a real standout for solo performances like this – working at a level that's completely breathtaking, and which seems to unlock all these new elements and sound in this once-familiar instrument! ... read more CD
(Penmark through barcode.)
