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Phil Woods —
Song For Sisyphus ... LP 
Gryphon, 1978. Very Good+ Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A pretty great little record from Phil Woods – a return to straighter playing after the freer sounds of some of his early 70s European work, done in a mode that has lots of nice boppish touches, and which also shows a more deeply soulful side of Phil's blowing. Titles include "Change ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Phil Woods —
Song For Sisyphus (Direct To Disc) ... LP Century, 1978. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A pretty great little record from Phil Woods – a return to straighter playing after the freer sounds of some of his early 70s European work, done in a mode that has lots of nice boppish touches, and which also shows a more deeply soulful side of Phil's blowing. Titles include "Change ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Phil Woods —
Sugan ... LP Status, 1957. Near Mint- ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
The genius of Phil Woods emerges fully on this rare album from 1957 – an unusually-titled session, and one of the few to really set Phil up in a looser, more intimate setting! The approach is a bit like Woods sublime work for Epic Records, but more soulful too – and very different than ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Great Japanese pressing – SMJ 6294.)
Phil Woods —
Warm Woods ... LP Epic, 1958. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
One of the most wonderful Phil Woods albums ever! No kidding – this is amazing! Woods played on lots of other records – and often in settings that made you wonder why people thought he was so great – but on this one, he's totally in the spotlight, fronting a mellow easy quartet ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Very nice Japanese mono pressing – ECPZ 8.)
Prestige, 1955. Near Mint- ... $29.99
Early work by one of the greatest voices on the alto sax in the 1950s – a player who worked with the deftness of other altoists of his generation, but a depth of soul usually reserved for the tenor! The setting is simple and perfect – as Phil Woods blows at the helm of a quartet that ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Mid 70s mono Japanese pressing – SMJ-6515M – with insert. Cover has some ring and edge wear, bumped corners, and is bent at the bottom corners.)
Phil Woods & Chris Swansen —
Crazy Horse ... LP Sea Breeze, 1979. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
An unusual date from reedman Phil Woods – working here with Chris Swanson on keyboards, Mile Mellillo on piano, Steve Gilmore on bass, and Bill Goodwin on drums. LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a cut corner, some wear and aging, small sticker in back, and is bumped and bent a bit at the bottom corners.)
Phil Woods & Gene Quill —
Phil & Quill With Prestige ... LP Prestige, 1957. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
The team of Phil Woods & Gene Quill hit Prestige Records – and get a bit more space to blow than on other sessions of the time! The album's definitely got a quality that lives up to the "with prestige" in the title – a classy, careful sort of sound that's very much the ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Phil & Quill With Prestige ... CD 12.99(OJC pressing. Cover has light wear.)
Phil Woods with Michel Legrand and his Orchestra —
Images ... LP RCA, 1975. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
A wonderful record – one in which Phil Woods blows alto solos over the arrangements of Michel Legrand – handled in the masterful style of Legrand's best jazzy soundtrack work, and in a way that lets Woods hit some of his best solos of the 70s! Legrand's always been great at this sort ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Discovery, 1983. Near Mint- ... $13.99 16.99
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(Cover has a cutout hole.)
Leo Wright —
Suddenly The Blues ... LP Atlantic, 1962. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
A record of incredible beauty from the great Leo Wright – and one that we'd never part with at all! Wright's one of those excellent players from the 60s who never really gets his due – largely because he was always hiding behind larger groups, and because he left the US in the decade ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Suddenly The Blues ... CD 14.99
Philips, 1960. Very Good+ ... $11.99 14.99
An unusual live set – one that features Coleman Hawkins on tenor with vibes from Harry Sheppard on side one – plus Benny Morton on trombone and Nat Pierce on piano on side two! LP, Vinyl record album
(White label mono promo, with deep groove. Cover has some wear and aging.)
Hozan Yamamoto/CBS (Japan), 1969. Very Good Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
Very groovy! Japanese flute meets funky big band arrangements – on cuts that include "Sound Of Silence", "Hey Jude", "Fool On The Hill", "Sitting On The Dock Of The Bay", and "Sunny". LP, Vinyl record album
Yosuke Yamashita —
Breathtake – Piano Solo (Japanese pressing) ... LP Frasco (Japan), 1975. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Soaring solo piano work from this legendary Japanese improviser! LP, Vinyl record album
Yosuke Yamashita —
Frozen Days ... LP Crown (Japan), 1974. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Searing work from pianist Yosuke Yamashita – working here in his legendary trio with Akira Sakata on alto sax! LP, Vinyl record album
Yosuke Yamashita —
Hot Menu – Live At The Newport Jazz Festival 79 ... LP Frasco (Japan), 1979. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
A New York performance by the legendary pianist Yosuke Yamashita, but one that burns every bit as strongly as his famous albums from Japan – thanks in part to some really incredible work from Akira Sakata on alto and clarinet! There's few folks who could ever hope to match the Cecil Taylor-li ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Frasco (Japan), 1979. Near Mint- ... $24.99
A beautiful solo set from this amazing Japanese avant pianist – with the original "On The Road", plus offbeat takes on "Greensleeves", "Prelude To A Kiss", "Let's Cool One", and "Night In Tunisia". LP, Vinyl record album
(Includes obi. Cover has some aging – common for this one, given the cardstock used.)
Yosuke Yamashita —
Sunayama ... LP Frasco (Japan), 1978. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
One of the boldest sessions we've ever heard from this amazing Japanese pianist – way more so than you might guess from the cover! Features some great alto from Akira Sakata, plus Hitoshi Okano and Kenji Nakazawa on trumpets, and Yasuaki Shimizu on tenor and Shigeharu Mukai on trombone. LP, Vinyl record album
(Original pressing – FS-7025, with insert. Cover has a small bit of light aging, mostly on the back – but this is a nice copy overall.)
Yellowjackets —
Yellowjackets ... LP Warner, 1981. Sealed ... Out Of Stock
A surprisingly wonderful debut from the Yellowjackets – one of those groups who've become such a cliche that we forget how great they can be when they're on! This original album was cut years before "smooth jazz" meant "too slick to have soul" – and it's got a sweet ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Sealed copy with 'sealed' sticker under the shrink. Cover has bumped corners.)
Pete York/Global Satellite (Germany), 1989. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Featuring Pete York, Billy Cobham, Bill Bruford, Zak Starkey, Nicko McBrain, and more. LP, Vinyl record album
Eldee Young —
Just For Kicks – Eldee Young & Co ... LP Argo, 1961. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
An early solo album cut by Eldee Young, back in the days when he was Ramsey Lewis' bassist, and before he formed the Young-Holt trio. The record's a good example of the strong humor that Eldee would later display in the Young-Holt group, and it's got a great batch of groovy tracks that have a ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Tan label promo pressing, with deep groove! Vinyl is great – cover has some light age staining near the bottom.)
Johnny Young & Sun Pops —
Mood In Drum – Mood Music Library No 20 ... LP Sun (Japan), Late 60s. Very Good+ Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A set that's way groovier than you'd guess from the "mood music library" on the cover – as the album features drum-heavy instrumental takes on popular tunes of the 60s! LP, Vinyl record album
Larry Young —
Into Somethin' ... LP Blue Note, 1964. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
An incredible album from the man that changed the way the world hears the Hammond! This album was Larry Young's first for Blue Note – and it's a mindblowing batch of tunes that push the organ into realms that had never been heard of in jazz. Young's got a real penchant for a modal groove ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Japanese King pressing, with obi – in great shape! K18P 9235)
Larry Young —
Lawrence Of Newark ... LP Perception, 1973. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Incredible stuff from the jazz underground of Newark! This is one of the rarest albums ever recorded by jazz organist Larry Young – cut for the tiny Perception label during the early 70s, and featuring some of the cream of the New Jersey jazz underground. The album's got playing that ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original pressing – a great copy! Cover has some very light wear, but is great overall.)
Larry Young —
Unity ... LP Blue Note, 1965. Sealed ... $29.99
A brilliant album that would forever change the way the organ was used in jazz! The set's the greatest contribution ever from organist Larry Young – a lean and modal session recorded with help from a young quartet that includes Woody Shaw on trumpet, Joe Henderson on tenor, and Elvin Jones ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(75th Anniversary reissue from 2014, still sealed with Blue Note 75 sticker.)
Larry Young's Fuel —
Spaceball ... LP Arista, 1976. Near Mint- ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Funky fusion in a runaway spaceship – the second album by Larry Young's cosmic heavy Fuel ensemble! The album's a perfect batch of jazzy keyboard grooves in a tradition that includes Lonnie Liston Smith, Johnny Hammond, and Charles Earland during his Mercury years – with Larry on moog, ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original white label promo – a nice copy! Cover has a small cutout mark.)
Lester Young —
Aladdin Sessions ... LP Blue Note, Late 40s. Very Good+ 2LP Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Some of the best early work by Prez – all recorded in small combo sessions for Aladdin Records during the years 1945 through 1948. The album's one of the few chances you can get to hear Prez blowing clear and free from the time, in that amazing tone which inspired generations of players, ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Mid 70s Blue Note Re-issue pressing. Cover has a split seam held by clear tape, a small rip on the opening, edge wear, and a split on the bottom right corner.)
Ambrosia, Early 1950s. Near Mint- ... $9.99
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Lester Young —
Blue Lester ... LP Savoy, Mid 40s. Very Good ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A great little 12 track LP that compiles some of Lester Young's small combo work for Savoy – featuring backing by players that include Count Basie, Freddie Green, Shadow Wilson, Cozy Cole, Roy Haynes, and Junior Mance. Titles include "June Bug", "Blue Lester", "Blues ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Blue Lester ... CD 14.99(Heavy red label pressing, with deep groove and RVG etch – nice and clean. Cover looks great on front, but back has light wear, and a small bit of marker.)
Verve (Germany), Early 1950s. Near Mint- ... $29.99
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(Mid 60s issue. Cover has light wear and aging, a bit of pen in back, and is bent a bit at the bottom corners.)
Aladdin/Imperial, Late 40s. Very Good+ ... $5.99 7.99
Great early work from Lester Young – an Imperial Records collection of early material from the 78rpm days of Aladdin Records! The work is a great bridge between swing and pop – and Lester Young's tone is superb throughout – on titles that include "One O'Clock Jump", ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Early 60s mono pressing in the textured cover, with light wear, some aging, and a small index label in back.)
Lester Young —
Greatest Lester Young (Score) ... LP Score, Late 40s. Very Good- ... Out Of Stock
A collection of some of Prez' famous LA bop recordings – featuring small groups of lesser-known players, plus a few more that may well be working under a "nom de date". Titles include "Sax O Be Bop", "Easy Does It", "Sunday", "Jumpin With Symphony ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Lester Young —
Immortal Lester Young Featuring Count Basie 1944 to 1949 ... LP Musidisc (France), Mid/Late 1940s. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Three different sessions – one from 1944 with Count Basie on piano, another from 1949 with Junior Mance at the keys and Jessie Drake on trumpet, and one more from 1948 with Johnny Guarnieri on piano. LP, Vinyl record album
Savoy, Late 40s. Very Good+ ... $13.99 16.99
Nice small combo work from Lester Young – recorded with the obscure Jessie Drakes on trumpet! Titles include "Lester Warms Up", "Body & Soul", "Up & Atom", "Lester's Blues No 2", and "How High The Moon". LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Jazz Immortal Series Vol 2 ... CD 5.99(Maroon label pressing.)
Lester Young —
Jump Lester Jump/Savoy, 1948. Very Good+ ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Lester Young —
Just You, Just Me ... LP Charlie Parker, Late 40s. Very Good ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Late 40s live work from Lester Young, recorded right on the scene in New York, likely at the Royal Roost – and presented as one of those key bebop documents that came out on the Charlie Parker label in the 60s! As the rest of those, the approach here isn't that of Verve or Norgran, but is a ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Yellow label pressing with plain text labels. Cover has a cutout hole.)
Commodore, 1944. Sealed ... $6.99 9.99
Features John Simmons on bass, Jo Jones on drums, Joe Bushkin on piano, Dicky Wells on trombone, and Bill Coleman on trumpet. LP, Vinyl record album
(Early 80s issue, still sealed in clean shrink.)
Lester Young —
Lester Swings ... LP Verve, 1945/1950/1951. Sealed 2LP Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
Lester Young definitely swings here – on material from a number of different Verve albums of the early 50s – with work from Nat King Cole on piano and Buddy Rich on drums on one session – plus more work from either Hank Jones or John Lewis on piano, and Buddy Rich and Jo Jones on ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Lester Young —
Lester Young & His Tenor Sax Volume 2 ... LP Aladdin, Late 40s. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Some of the best early work by Prez – all recorded in small combo sessions for Aladdin Records during the years 1947 through 1948. The album's one of the few chances you can get to hear Prez blowing clear and free from the time, in that amazing tone which inspired generations of players, ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Early 80s French pressing. Cover has a note in pen on the back, an ink stamp, and general wear.)
Lester Young —
Lester Young In Washington DC 1956 Vol 1 ... LP Pablo, 1956. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A lost treasure from Lester Young – previously unreleased live material from the 50s, recorded in a style that's a fair bit different than some of his studio work of the decade! The set took place at the Patio Lounge in Washington, DC – and was recorded by Bill Potts, who is also the ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Savoy, Late 40s. Very Good+ ... $7.99
A 60s album that brings together sides recorded by Young in earlier years for Savoy – put together as a "memorial" album after his death. Players include Junior Mance, Roy Haynes, Freddie Green, Count Basie, Shadow Wilson, Buddy Tate, and Joe Newman – and most of the material' ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Maroon label pressing.)
Lester Young —
Lester Young Story ... LP Verve, Early 50s. Very Good- ... Out Of Stock
A well-done collection of Lester Young's work for Verve – issued shortly after his death, and offering Prez in a variety of different settings! Most of the work is small combo material, recorded between 1950 and 1956 – all in that open, easygoing Verve style that seemed to work almost ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Columbia, 1939. Very Good+ 2LP Gatefold ... $3.99
Great material from that pivotal year of 1939 – a time when Lester Young's horn set a tone for a whole new generation! LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a cut corner.)
Lester Young —
Lester's Here ... LP Verve, 1956. Very Good- ... Out Of Stock
Beautiful small group playing by Lester Young – recorded with 2 different groups: one that includes John Lewis, Gene Ramey, and Jo Jones; the other including Gildo Mahones, Jessie Drakes, Gene Ramey, and Connie Kay. The mellow aspects of the players come out nicely against Young's soulful ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Lester Young —
Mean To Me (Lester Young/Norgran/Verve, Early 50s. Very Good 2LP ... Out Of Stock
2 classic 50s sessions – on a 2LP 80s set! On the first self-titled abum, Prez plays nice easy-going solos with a combo that includes Jessie Drakes on trumpet, Gildo Mahones on piano, John Ore on bass, and Connie Kaye on drums. The style of the tracks is in a warm mellow tone, which fits ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has some ring wear, light edge wear, promo stamp.)
Lester Young —
Newly Discovered Performances Vol 1 ... LP ESP, 1948/1974. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Mid 70s issue of some rare sides by Lester Young – recorded as live broadcasts from the Royal Roost in 1948. The group on the set features Ted Kelly on trombone, Freddie Jefferson on piano, Roy Haynes on drums, and Jessie Drakes on trumpet, and you can hear a bit of Symphony Sid introducing ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Verve, 1956. Very Good+ ... $39.99
A classic session of mellow magic from tenorist Lester Young and pianist Teddy Wilson – both giants of jazz from an earlier generation, but maybe sounding even better here in a sublime Verve Records setting from the 50s! Young's tenor fronts the trio of Wilson – with Gene Ramey on bass ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono MGM pressing.)
Lester Young —
Pres & Teddy & Oscar ... LP Verve, 1952/1956. Near Mint- 2LP Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A pairing of 2 mid-50s sides by Lester Young for Verve – one album recorded with Teddy Wilson on piano, the other with Oscar Peterson – hence the title! The Wilson session was recorded in 1956, and featuers Gene Ramey on bass and Jo Jones on drums – with tracks that include " ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Lester Young —
Pres – The Complete Savoy Recordings ... LP Savoy, 1944/1949. Very Good+ 2LP Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
Seminal sounds that bridge the worlds of swing and bop – mostly recorded for Svoy in 1944, the earliest days of the label – with a few tracks from 1949 as well – and a number of alternates appearing here for the first time ever! LP, Vinyl record album
Charlie Parker, Early 50s. Near Mint- Gatefold ... $4.99 9.99
Rare live material from Lester Young – one of the first albums to offer up Pres in such a setting, although without some of the details and notes of other records of this nature! The vibe is definitely "live", and like some of the other Charlie Parker label releases, the record's a ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono black label pressing, with deep groove. Gatefold cover has light wear, and some light staining on the bottom seam.)
Verve, 1950/1951. Near Mint- ... $16.99
As beautiful an illustration of the genius of Lester Young as you could ever hope to find – tight, short small group numbers recorded with a keen focus on Young's amazing tone – all served up with beautiful sound throughout! The cover bills the set as being by Young and his orchestra, ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(80s mono Japanese pressing – UMV 2672. Cover has light ringwear, edge wear, and a cutout notch.)
Lester Young —
Pres Is Blue ... LP Charlie Parker, 1950. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
A 60s album, but one that features early 50s material recorded at the Savoy in New York – a live date that features tenor genius Lester Young blowing with an unusual combo that includes Kenny Drew on piano, Aaron Bell on bass, and Jo Jones on drums – plus the lesser-known Jesse Drake on ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Lester Young —
Pres Lives – Savoy Sessions ... LP Savoy, 1950. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Nice small combo work from Lester Young – recorded with the obscure Jessie Drakes on trumpet! Titles include "Neenah", "Body & Soul", "Up & Atom", "Big Eyes Blues", and "How High The Moon". Plus, this set also features two unissued ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Lester Young —
President Lester Young ... LP Norgran, Early 50s. Very Good ... Out Of Stock
Early Verve work from Lester Young – recorded in a setting that features 2 different groups: one with Oscar Peterson, Ray Brown, Barney Kessel, and JC Heard; the other with John Lewis, Joe Schulman, and Bill Clark. The sound is mellow and soulful throughout – a perfect summation of ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Lester Young —
President Plays With The Oscar Peterson Trio ... LP Verve, 1952. Very Good ... Out Of Stock
Lester Young joins the Oscar Peterson trio – and the result is a classic meeting of the minds from early 50s Verve! Young's tone is tremendous throughout – that sharp-yet-cool style that had such a big influence on other 50s players, and which gets some great support here from Peterson' ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Score, Late 40s/1958. Very Good ... $11.99 19.99
A late 50s issue of some of Prez's early bop sides – mostly recorded in LA, with groups that include players like Dodo Marmarosa, Red Callender, Willie Smith, Curtis Counce, Howard McGhee, and Chico Hamilton. Tracks include "DB Blues", "Jumpin At Mesner's", "She's ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Maroon label Score pressing with deep groove! Cover has a split spine, black tape on the top seam, light surface wear, spot of marker, notes in pen on the back.)
CBS (Netherlands), Late 30s. Sealed ... $14.99
Early material from Lester Young's 78rpm years – pressed up on a sweet import compilation! Features some especially nice tracks with Glenn Hardman on organ! LP, Vinyl record album
(Early 70s issue, still sealed with a cut corner, import sticker, and small sticker spot. Cover is lightly bent at the bottom right corner.)
Blue Ace, 1940s. Very Good ... $4.99
Lester Young & Harry Edison —
Pres & Sweets ... LP Verve, 1956. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
A classic Verve pairing of two of its greatest soloists – both recorded here in a laidback, easily-swinging session that allows both players to shine equally! Young's tenor is always a welcome addition to any set of this nature, and Edison's playing here in a gentler, relaxed mode that's a ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Lester Young/Milestone, 1946. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
With Billy Hadnott on bass, Lee Young on drums, and Arnold Ross & Mel Powell on keys. LP, Vinyl record album
Atlantic, 1938/1941/1944. Near Mint- 2LP Gatefold ... $6.99
Includes Lester Young recordings with The Kansas City Six, Chu Berry with his Jazz Ensemble, and Ben Webster with Big Sid Catlett Quartet. LP, Vinyl record album
(70s issue. Cover has minimal wear.)
Lester Young/Flying Dutchman, 1943. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
Different combos from three different dates – two with Coleman Hawkins and one with Lester Young! LP, Vinyl record album
Lester Young/Verve, 1956. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A set with the date of 1956 very firmly planted in the title – but one that's also gone onto become a timeless ensemble session from Verve Records! The feel here is almost in jam session mode, but perhaps a bit tighter – a group of all-star players from the mid-50s, with Lester Young ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Verve (UK), Mid 50s. Near Mint- 2LP Gatefold ... $11.99
A pair of Verve Classics – back to back on this UK album from the 70s! First up is Jazz Giants 56 – a timeless ensemble session from Verve Records! The feel here is almost in jam session mode, but perhaps a bit tighter – a group of all-star players from the mid-50s, with Lester ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Early 70s issue. Cover has a small center split on the top seam.)
Snooky Young —
Horn Of Plenty ... LP Concord, 1979. Near Mint- ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
With Snooky Young on trumpet, Ross Tompkins on piano, and John Collins on guitar. LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear and a cutout hole.)
Snooky Young & Marshal Royal —
Snooky & Marshal's Album ... LP Concord, 1978. Near Mint- ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
With Snooky Young on trumpet and flugelhorn, Marshal Royal on saxophone, Freddie Green on guitar, Ross Tompkins on piano, Ray Brown on bass, Louie Bellson on drums, and Scat Man Crothers on vocals. LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light ringwear.)
Chiaroscuro, 1980. Near Mint- ... $9.99
With Dick Hyman on piano, Bobby Rosengarden on drums, Barney Bigard on clarinet, Paul Madison on tenor sax, and Pee Wee Erwin on trumpet. LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a cut corner.)
Young-Holt Unlimited —
Young-Holt Unlimited Plays Super Fly ... LP Paula, 1973. Near Mint- ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
The last-ever album from this legendary duo – and a set that's maybe their funkiest record too! Of course, that's probably no surprise, given that they're playing the Curtis Mayfield tunes from Superfly here – great tracks that make for a really wonderful setting for the pair's highly ... (Soul, Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Young-Holt Unlimited Plays Super Fly (yellow vinyl pressing) ... LP 14.99(Recent reissue pressing.)
Young/Cadet, Early 60s. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Great early work from the Young/Holt combo – a debut outing under their own name, done before their music on Brunswick Records! Before they went off to record on their own – or maybe as a prediction that they would – Eldee Young and Red Holt cut this album of jazz tracks during ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Jump, 1945. Very Good ... $4.99
Anthony Zano —
Gathering Place ... LP Balmore, Early 60s. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Pianist Anthony Zano recorded some small group material before – but this is a really unusual larger group recording, filled with all-star players – including Charlie Mariano on alto, Frank Socolow on tenor, Pepper Adams on baritone, Curtis Fuller on trombone, Tommy Flanagan on piano, ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Joe Zawinul —
Money In The Pocket ... LP Atlantic, 1966. Near Mint- ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Arguably the best solo record that Joe Zawinul ever cut – and one of the few to really show him working in the soulful style that he had with Cannonball Adderley's famous 60s combo! The record features Joe on piano – stepping out on cuts that still have all the soul jazz currents that ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Stereo green and blue label pressing. Cover has yellowing from age, surface wear, and a cutout notch.)
Vortex, 1967. Very Good ... $19.99
Although Joe first came to big fame in the US as a funky vamper and soloist behind Cannonball Adderley's big group of the 60s, this early album as a leader has a much more mature sound than Joe's funky work with Cannon – and it rightly earns the "third stream" tag in the title ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Stereo pressing. The back cover has light wear and a small corner tear of the paste-on.)
Denny Zeitlin —
Name Of This Terrain ... LP Now Again, 1969. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
An insanely fantastic lost chapter in the career of pianist Denny Zeitlin – a never-issued session of electric keyboards and vocals – put together with his famous trio of the 60s, but lost to the world for many decades! Zeitlin was a hell of a pianist right from the start, and he also ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Si Zentner —
From Russia With Love ... LP Liberty, Mid 60s. Very Good- ... Out Of Stock
One of the grooviest Si Zentner albums of the 60s – thanks to a host of hip spy themes that keep things interesting throughout! The material really brings out the best in Si – as does the album's excellent arrangements from Ernie Freeman and Bill Holman – both talents who know ... (Now Sound, Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono white label promo. Cover has light surface wear.)
RCA, 1965. Sealed ... $2.99
Titles include "Mission To Moscow", "In A Persian Market", "Isle Of Capri", "In A Little Spanish Town", "I Love Paris", and more. LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono pressing, still sealed.)
Monica Zetterlund & Bill Evans —
Waltz For Debby (Audio Clarity) ... LP Philips, 1964. Sealed ... Out Of Stock
One of the greatest albums ever cut by Swedish vocalist Monica Zetterlund – a landmark album that has her singing with the Bill Evans Trio! The album was recorded in 1964, with a spare sound that's quite different from most of Monica's other work. As usual, her vocals are wonderfully cool ... (Vocalists, Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Recent EU reissue on Audio Clarity – still sealed.)
Zimbo Trio —
Brazilian Sound – Restrained Excitement (aka Zimbo Trio 3) ... LP RGE/Pacific Jazz, Mid 60s. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
The American issue of the third Zimbo Trio album from Brazil – presented here with the misleading "restrained" in the title – as the record is filled with bossa grooves! The album's third in a line of legendary bossa albums recorded by the Zimbo Trio in the 60s – and a ... (Brazil, Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Zimbo Trio —
Tributo A Tom Jobim Vol 1 ... LP Clam (Brazil), 1988. Near Mint- ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A later album by the Zimbo boys, but which still has the Trio playing in their classic bossa style, and in a tribute to Jobim that's got them doing some of his best compositions, like "Wave", "Garota de Ipanema", "So Danco Samba", "Felicidade", and "Chega ... (Brazil, Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has some ring and edge wear, light stains, bent and wavy corners, and is crinkled at the top right corner.)
Attila Zoller —
Horizon Beyond (German pressing) ... LP Mercury (Germany), 1965. Very Good ... Out Of Stock
One of the few truly great albums by one of the hippest guitarists we can think of! Zoller was a fantastic talent of the European scene – with an approach to the guitar that's unlike anyone else we've heard. Unfortunately, though, he didn't always make that many albums as a leader in a ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Heavy original German pressing! Vinyl has a short click in one spot, but is nice and clean. Cover is nice.)
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Jim & I – Improvisations On Two Guitars ... LP L+R Records (Germany), 1979. Sealed ... Out Of Stock
Guitarist Jimmy Raney cut some fantastic records on the American scene during the 50s – but by the time of this set, he was working and recording a lot more overseas – often in a much more modern tone that makes him a perfect match for the guitar genius of the great Attila Zoller! Both ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Attila Zoller/MPS (Germany), 1968. Very Good+ Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A seminal bit of 60s modern from MPS – a tremendous session that features equally strong contributions from the three players named in the title – Attila Zoller on guitar, Lee Konitz on alto sax, and Albert Mangelsdorff on trombone! All players are at the height of their modern powers ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(German gatefold pressing, with red label – a nice copy!)
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25 Years Of Prestige ... LP Prestige, Late 40s/1950s/1960s/Early 70s. Near Mint- 2LP Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
Not just a regular collection – as the set features a number of previously-unissued tracks – including rare cuts by Benny Golson, Red Garland, Kenny Burrell, Gene Ammons, Eric Dolphy, Booker Little, and Eddie Lockjaw Davis. LP, Vinyl record album
(70s issue. Cover has some application wrinkles in back.)
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All About Bossa Nova Vol 2 ... LP Verve (Japan), Mid 60s. Very Good Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
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Archive Of Jazz – New York & Chicago Jazz ... LP BYG (France), 1920s. Sealed ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
With selections by Charles A Matson's Creole Serenaders, Bernie Young's Creole Jazz Band, and Wade's Moulin Rouge Orchestra. LP, Vinyl record album
(Still sealed with a British Import sticker and a large portion of the shrink missing from the top right and in back. Cover has bent corners and light wear where exposed.)
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Bass (3LP Box Set) ... LP Impulse, 1960s/Early 70s. Near Mint- 3LP Box Set ... Out Of Stock
A strange little package that's dedicated to the jazz use of the bass – and which features bass-heavy highlights from the history of Impulse records. The real strength of the set is the avant garde material – especially as some of the tracks on here aren't that easy to find otherwise. ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
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Bebop Boys ... LP Savoy, Late 40s/Early 50s. Near Mint- 2LP Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
Killer stuff – a really well-done collection of rare bop material for Savoy! The set's not really a compilation, but more of an archive of great sessions from the 78rpm era – with batches of tracks in order from the same sessions. Includes material by a Kenny Dorham combo, a Joe ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
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Bebop Era ... LP RCA, Mid 40s. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
With selections by Coleman Hawkins, Illinois Jacquet, Lucky Thompson, Kenny Clarke, Charlie Ventura, Metronome All Stars, Count Basie, and Dizzy Gillespie. LP, Vinyl record album
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Best Of Argo Jazz ... LP Argo, 1960s. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Features work by Ahmad Jamal, Benny Golson & Art Farmer Jazztet, Al Grey, Lorez Alexandria, Buddy Rich, James Moody, Roland Kirk, and others! LP, Vinyl record album
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Between Or Beyond The Black Forest 2 – More Smokin Grooves From The Legendary MPS Label ... LP MPS/Crippled Dick (Germany), Late 60s/1970s. Very Good+ 2LP ... Out Of Stock
An excellent set of funky jazz tracks from the legendary MPS label! The folks at Crippled Dick have outdone themselves this time – and have even surpassed their previous set of MPS grooves by collecting a totally excellent batch of cuts, most of which haven't ever been reissued before! If ... (Funky Compilations, Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(A nice copy!)
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Big Band Scene & All That Jazz ... LP Big Band Archives, 1930s/1940s. Very Good+ 2LP Gatefold ... $14.99
32 tracks over two records – Cab Calloway, Raymond Scott, Glen Gray, Harry James, Artie Shaw, Teddy Wilson, Count Basie, Joe Venuti, Woody Herman, Jimmy Lunceford, and lots more. LP, Vinyl record album
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Bird Lives! – Music Of Charlie Parker ... LP Milestone, 1950s/1960s/1970s. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Charlie Parker classics in a variety of flavors – a great collection of material from the 50s, 60s, and 70s – all showing the huge influence of Bird's songwriting on the sound of modern jazz! The recordings here offer up a variety of formats, in a variety of different settings – ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
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Black California Vol 2 ... LP Savoy, Late 40s/Early 50s. Very Good 2LP Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A great compilation – despite the title – one that features west coast recordings made by Savoy, showing the less "cool jazz" side of the LA scene in the late 40s and early 50s! There's some excellent material on here not available elsewhere – especially some great bop ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
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Blue Note 86 – A New Generation Of Jazz ... LP Blue Note, 1986. Sealed ... Out Of Stock
With selections by Stanley Jordan, Bobby McFerrin, Michel Petrucciani, James Newton, Tony Williams, Bill Evans, Bennie Wallace, and OTB. LP, Vinyl record album
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Blue Note Jazz – Golden Disk ... LP Blue Note (Japan), Late 50s/1960s. Near Mint- 2LP ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A beautiful Japanese collection of Blue Note material – with tracks by Donald Byrd, Eric Dolphy, Bobby Hutcherson, Sonny Clark, John Coltrane, Cannonball Adderley, Art Blakey, Horace Silver, Lee Morgan, and others – all in a very cool cover! LP, Vinyl record album
(Includes obi. In a heavy book-style cover, with an insert of notes!)
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Blue Note Live At The Roxy ... LP Blue Note, 1976. Very Good+ 2LP Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
An overlooked gem from Blue Note – a special live performance that brings together some of the label's funkiest and most soulful artists of the 70s! The set's somewhat unusual for Blue Note at the time – especially given the label's increasingly studio-driven approach to jazz, with ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear.)
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Blue Note Trip 4 – Looking Back – Mixed By Jazzanova ... LP Blue Note, 1960s/1970s/2005. Very Good+ 2LP Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
If there's anyone we'd trust with a trip through the Blue Note catalog, it's Jazzanova – as the group have been a key force in the jazz-inspired sound of the global dancefloor for many years! This set's the 4th in Blue Note's "Trip" series – and it may well be the best, as ... (Funky Compilations, Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
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Blue Note's Three Decades Of Jazz Vol 1 – 1959 to 1969 ... LP Blue Note, 1960s. Very Good+ 2LP Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
Classic work by Jimmy Smith, Ike Quebec, Kenny Burrell, Eric Dolphy, Horace Silver, Lou Donaldson, Ornette Coleman, Donald Byrd, and Lee Morgan. LP, Vinyl record album
(Liberty stereo pressing. Cover has some ring and edge wear.)
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Blues Classics By Jug, Jook, & Washboard Bands ... LP Arhoolie, 1920s/1930s. Very Good+ ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
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Burmester Selection Vol 1 ... LP Inakustik (Germany), 2017. Near Mint- 2LP Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
Audiophile compilation with selections by Al Di Meola, Ella Fitzgerald & Louis Armstrong, Amber Rubarth, Allan Taylor, Geoffrey Oryema, Hans Theessink & Terry Evans, Nils Lofgren, Kari Bremnes, Mckinley Black, and pieces by Scarlatti and Rossini. LP, Vinyl record album
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Changing Face Of Harlem – The Savoy Sessions ... LP Savoy, Early 40s. Near Mint- 2LP Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
Includes selections by Buck Ram All Stars, Pete Brown Quintette, Hot Lips Page, Ben Webster, Herbie Fields, Tiny Grimes, Charlie Parker, Miss Rhapsody, and Clyde Hart. LP, Vinyl record album
