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Muse, 1991. Used ... $1.99
A beautifully sensitive set from Tex Allen – mostly a trumpeter, but also a singer here on two numbers – working with a laidback approach that's totally great! Tex blows with a bit of Miles Davis space in his trumpet – early Miles, not late – and his singing has a warm, ... read more CD
Muse/32 Jazz, 1977. Used ... $29.99
Although the Muse label had a reputation for doing mostly straight ahead sessions, they did manage to come up with some great avant ones, thanks mainly to the production work of Michael Cuscuna. Here, percussionist Barry Altschul is joined by his old Circle bandmate Dave Holland, and free-thinking ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Bill Barron —
Next Plateau ... CD Muse, 1981. Used ... Out Of Stock
A beautiful later session from Bill Barron – one that has him playing both tenor and soprano sax, in a group with brother Kenny on piano, Ray Drummond on bass, and Ben Riley on drums. The feel here is quite different than Barron's earlier groundbreaking work – but equally wonderful in ... read more CD
Kenny Barron —
First Half Highlights ... CD 32 Jazz/Muse, Early 70s. Used ... Out Of Stock
Nicely overstuffed CD that brings together some excellent tracks from Kenny Barron's early work as a leader for the Muse label! Barron spent a good part of the 60s working with one of Dizzy Gillespie's great groups, and by the time of these recordings, he'd emerged as a strong soul jazz modernist, ... read more CD
Walter Bishop Jr —
Valley Land ... LP 
Muse, 1976. Near Mint- ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A really great trio set from the mighty Walter Bishop – one of those hip 70s records that really has him opening up his sound, a bit like his material for the Black Jazz label! This set is more acoustic and a trio date – with Sam Jones on bass and Billy Hart on drums – but there's ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original white label promo! Cover has a cutout mark and a small bit of splitting on the top seam. Back cover has some light aging in one spot, but front is great.)
Cindy Blackman —
Arcane ... CD Muse, 1988. Used ... Out Of Stock
An excellent hard bop side from the late 80s, an era when the new "young lions" were getting a lot of press, and some nice recordings were being made with any eye on the future while their feet were firmly planted in tradition. This set features two players of Cindy's generation in the ... read more CD
Cindy Blackman —
Code Red ... CD Muse, 1990. Used ... Just Sold Out!
A solidly soulful album from drummer Cindy Blackman – a forceful batch of tunes that really match the best energy of the Muse Records soulbop scene of the early 90s! There's a nice blend of modern ideas and straight jazz energy here – sounds that grow strongly from the contributions of ... read more CD
(Out of print. Very small tear on back cover of booklet, nothing major.)
Muse, 1995. Used ... $4.99
Cindy Blackman's one of those players who always surprises us with her music – coming across with a lot more to offer than just her unique role as a girl drummer in jazz – sounds so bold, we instantly forget her gender and pretty image on the cover, and always just let ourselves get ... read more CD
Cindy Blackman —
Telepathy ... CD Muse, 1992. Used ... Just Sold Out!
Features Antoine Roney on tenor and soprano sax, and Jacky Terrasson on piano! CD
(Out of print. Booklet has a clipped corner.)
Art Blakey —
Reflections In Blue ... LP Timeless/Muse, 1979. Very Good ... Out Of Stock
Key proof that Art Blakey was still going strong in the late 70s – continuing his 60s legacy of working with the best young players he could find, in a setting that was bristling with sweet soul jazz energy! This version of The Jazz Messengers includes some tremendous players – ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has surface wear, heavy edge wear, yellowing from age, small tear at the opening, and a split bottom seam held with pieces of clear tape.)
Joe Bonner —
Angel Eyes ... LP Muse, 1976. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
With Billy Harper on tenor, Leroy Jenkins on violin, Juni Booth on bass, and Jimmy Hopps on drums – plus a bit of vocals from Linda Sharrock. LP, Vinyl record album
Joe Bonner —
Lifesaver ... LP Muse, 1975. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Wonderfully moody piano work from Joe Bonner – working here in spare solo space on one of his most evocative albums of the 70s! The album's filled with swirling piano lines, played in the usual sensitive Bonner style – stark single-note melodies standing out, couched by fuller chords ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Lester Bowie —
Fast Last! ... LP Muse, 1974. Near Mint- ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
One of the excellent avant sides for Muse from the early 70's, and a record that features Lester Bowie playing in a number of different settings – all with a sound that's different from his Art Ensemble recordings, and from his work for ECM. One track has him playing a duet with pianist John ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(White label promo. Cover has a cutout notch, light wear, and some wear at the bottom right corner.)
Cecil Brooks III —
Neck Peckin' Jammie ... CD Muse, 1993. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
We're not sure what a neck-peckin jammie is, but drummer Cecil Brooks really makes us want to know more – as the sound of this set is solidly soulful, and way deeper than you might guess from the cartoony image on the cover! Brooks has some very sharp help here in the group – Craig ... read more CD
(Out of print, booklet has a slight cut corner)
Cecil Brooks III —
Smokin' Jazz ... CD Muse, 1993. Used ... Out Of Stock
Cecil's smoking on the cover, and he's smoking on the record too – really cooking things up in the best old school soul jazz style of his Muse Records years! The album was recorded live in New Jersey, and it's proof that plenty of great jazz was still coming from west of the Hudson in the ... read more CD
Roy Brooks —
Free Slave ... LP Muse, 1970. Very Good+ ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
One of the greatest Roy Brooks albums of all time – an a set that rivals the spiritual genius of his classics released on the Imo-Hotep label! The tracks here are long, live, and feature stunning performances from George Coleman on tenor, Woody Shaw on trumpet, Hugh Lawson on piano, and ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original Muse pressing – a great copy! Side two has a very short click (from a slight press flaw – just a few spins) – but record and cover are otherwise perfect.)
Donald Brown —
Car Tunes ... CD Muse, 1993. Used ... Out Of Stock
Hardly the sort of music you'd hear in the car from most folks on the road – and a beautiful batch of soul jazz numbers from pianist Donald Brown! The album's got a beautiful balance between sharp-edged tunes and warmer ones – a way of stepping back and forth through a solid, soulful ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Donald Brown —
Sources Of Inspiration (with bonus tracks) ... CD Muse, 1990. Used ... Out Of Stock
An inspiring set from pianist Donald Brown– working here in a group that features some especially nice work from Gary Bartz and Eddie Henderson! Bartz plays soprano and alto sax, Henderson trumpet and flugelhorn – and both players fill the album with soulful colors and well-spun solos ... read more CD
Kenny Burrell —
Ellington A La Carte ... CD Muse, 1983. Used ... $5.99
With Rufus Reid on bass. CD
(Out of print.)
Kenny Burrell —
Handcrafted ... LP Muse, 1978. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
An obscure little session from Kenny Burrell – recorded at the end of the 70s, and with a very laidback feel! The set was produced by Helen Keane, who'd done some of Bill Evans' greatest sets – and who had a real ear for the mellower side of the jazz spectrum. And for the record, she's ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Kenny Burrell —
Laid Back ... CD Muse/Savoy, Late 70s/Early 80s. Used ... Out Of Stock
Obscure work from Kenny Burrell – material originally issued by Muse Records, most of it with a very laidback feel – as you'd guess from the title! The original sides were produced by Helen Keane, who'd done some of Bill Evans' greatest sets – and who had a real ear for the ... read more CD
Jaki Byard —
Empirical ... CD Muse, 1972. Used ... Out Of Stock
Includes the songs "There'll Be Some Changes Made", "Lonely Town", "Blues Au Gratin", "Excerpts From Song Of Proverbs/Toni", "Besame Mucho", "Spanish Tinge", "Journey/Night Od Departure", "To Bob Vatel Of Paris / Blues For ... read more CD
Jaki Byard —
There'll Be Some Changes Made ... LP Muse, 1972. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
A solo piano set from the great Jaki Byard – and, like his best in this mode, a record that explodes with imagination at a level that's very different than most standard solo outings! Titles include "Besame Mucho", "Lonely Town", "Blues Au Gratin", "Tribute ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Muse, 1992. Used ... $2.99
Michael Carvin's one of those players who always makes us sit up and take notice – not just for his own dynamic work on drums, but also for the way that he manages to lead a group with such soulful fire! This album's a great example of that skill, as Carvin brings together a mix of players ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Michael Carvin —
First Time ... LP Muse, 1986. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
There's a nice sense of urgency on this album from Michael Carvin – a sort of soulful fire and creative energy that shows that his work was still burning strongly in the 80s! The set's almost more of a 70s session at heart – a no-nonsense record that's filled with the best post-Coltrane ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Muse, 1989. Used ... $3.99
The music of Michael Carvin is always a revelation – a joyous, soulful outpouring of feeling that never fails to move us – and which always makes us wonder why more folks don't treasure gems like this that he made as a leader! Carvin's drum work is filled with energy from the get-go ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Catalyst —
Perception ... LP Muse, 1972. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Great stuff by this fantastic funky fusion outfit that included Billy Hart on percussion, Eddie Green on electric piano, and Odeon Pope on tenor and flute. The real highlight, though, is Pat Gleason on arp, who adds a lot of cool dark moody touches to the group's fusiony playing. The whole record' ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original white label promo! Cover has a small cutout mark.)
Linc Chamberland/Muse, 1983. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
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(White label promo.)
Joe Chambers —
Almoravid ... LP Muse/Life Goes On (Italy), 1973. New Copy (reissue)... Out Of Stock
Wonderful work from an unsung hero of the soulful jazz underground of the 70s! Although Joe Chambers came to great fame as the writer and drummer behind some of Bobby Hutcherson's best records late 60s, he didn't really ever make that many records under his own name as a leader – and this ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Clarke Boland Big Band —
Open Door ... LP Muse, 1967/1975. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Rare sides by the Clarke Boland ensemble – recorded by Gigi Campi in 1967 in Prague, and licensed to Muse in the mid 70s. The group's at their finest here – with some searing soloists like Johnny Griffin, Tony Coe, Sahib Shihab, and Ronnie Scott cutting it hard hard hard throughout. ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Muse, 1978. Used ... $9.99
With Cobb and Buddy Tate on tenors, Eddie Vinson on alto, and Ray Bryant on piano! CD
(Out of print.)
Muse, 1973. Very Good+ ... $7.99
With Al Cohn on tenor sax, Zoot Sims on tenor and soprano sax, Jaki Byard on piano, George Duvivier on bass, and Mel Lewis on drums. LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has some surface wear & aging.)
Muse, 1977. Used ... $9.99 16.99
Nothing too mad here, but a wonderful record that really shows the genius of Richie Cole in the 70s! Cole on Muse is a wonderful combination – sharp-edged alto sax, rooted in tradition – but let loose on some freer soul jazz modes as well, really showing the strong jazz underground ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Richie Cole —
Some Things Speak For Themselves ... LP Muse, 1983. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
With Bruce Forman on guitar, Smith Dobson on piano, Marshall Hawkins on bass, and Scott Morris on drums. LP, Vinyl record album
Richie Cole with Eddie Jefferson —
Hollywood Madness ... CD Muse, 1980. Used ... Out Of Stock
A great example of the Muse Records charm of altoist Richie Cole – bop-fired creativity at its peak, mixed with some added contemporary elements to keep things fresh! In this case, Richie's horn takes on some key bop classics, but also opens up a bit with vocalsits too – Eddie ... read more CD
(1994 pressing.)
Richie Cole with Phil Woods —
Side By Side ... CD Muse/32 Jazz (Japan), 1981. Used ... Out Of Stock
With Cole and Woods on alto, Walter Booker on bass, Jimmy Cobb on drums, John Hicks on piano, and Eddie Lockjaw Davis on tenor. CD
Junior Cook —
Good Cookin ... LP Muse, 1980. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
With Bill Hardman on trumpet, Slide Hampton on trombone, Al Dailey on piano, and Walter Booker on bass. LP, Vinyl record album
Muse, 1982. Used ... $16.99
A nice little cooker from Junior – with no pun on the artist or title intended! The album's one of Cook's few sets as a leader, and arguably has an even better focus than most of the rest – thanks to strong production from Cedar Walton, who's also backing Junior for the record with his ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Larry Coryell —
Comin Home ... CD Muse, 1984. Used ... Out Of Stock
The title's an apt one, as the set's a great batch of back-to-basics work from Larry Coryell – a player who first started out bold and strong in the 60s, and never really had a time to lay back in a more relaxed set like this! There's still a spacious approach that really marks the Coryell ... read more CD
Larry Coryell —
Equipoise ... CD Muse, 1985. Used ... Out Of Stock
Plenty of poise here – a lot more restraint than before for guitarist Larry Coryell, but still plenty of soul as well! The rhythm section is a key element of the set – as it features Stanley Cowell on piano, Buster Williams on bass, and Billy Hart on drums – all working in ... read more CD
Muse, 1987. Used ... $16.99
Warmly wonderful work from guitarist Larry Coryell – an album that's got a simple, straightforward feel – and a rock-solid rhythm section in the form of Stanley Cowell on piano, Buster Williams on bass, and Beaver Harris on drums! Despite the far-reaching resumes of all the players, ... read more CD
Creative Construction Company —
Creative Construction Company (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Muse/Sony (Japan), 1970/1975. Used ... Out Of Stock
A really wonderful group – and one who might also be called the Chicago Creative Construction Company – as the combo has a fair bit of contributions from members of the AACM! There's an openly inventive spirit here that's quite similar to early Art Ensemble Of Chicago records, with ... read more CD
Muse, 1970/1976. Near Mint- ... $33.99
A really wonderful group – and one who might also be called the Chicago Creative Construction Company – as the combo has a fair bit of contributions from members of the AACM! There's an openly inventive spirit here that's quite similar to early Art Ensemble Of Chicago records, with ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has some wear and a small mark from sticker removal. Vinyl is nice!)
Muse/Savoy, 1975. Used ... $5.99
We never tire of the saxophone work of Sonny Criss – and this mid 70s gem is a perfect example of his brilliance! Sonny's sound on alto here is completely his own – raspily, soulful style that's really unique – and which draws strongly from Criss' rich life experience, including ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Muse, 1975. Used ... $6.99
We never tire of the saxophone work of Sonny Criss – and this mid 70s gem is a perfect example of his brilliance! Sonny's sound on alto here is completely his own – raspily, soulful style that's really unique – and which draws strongly from Criss' rich life experience, including ... read more CD
(Booklet has a small cut corner.)
Muse, 1976. Used ... $2.99
Great later work from Sonny Criss – very much in the format of his late 60s work for Prestige, but with an approach that's perhaps a bit more open-ended overall! The vibe here is laidback and soulful – Sonny blowing alto sax in that wonderful, all-his-own sort of tone – a sound ... read more CD
Sonny Criss —
Out Of Nowhere ... LP Muse, 1976. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Great later work from Sonny Criss – very much in the format of his late 60s work for Prestige, but with an approach that's perhaps a bit more open-ended overall! The vibe here is laidback and soulful – Sonny blowing alto sax in that wonderful, all-his-own sort of tone – a sound ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Out Of Nowhere (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD 29.99
Muse/Sony (Japan), 1976. Used ... $29.99
Great later work from Sonny Criss – very much in the format of his late 60s work for Prestige, but with an approach that's perhaps a bit more open-ended overall! The vibe here is laidback and soulful – Sonny blowing alto sax in that wonderful, all-his-own sort of tone – a sound ... read more CD
(Out of print DSD pressing, with obi!)
Eddie Lockjaw Davis —
Heavy Hitter ... CD Muse/Savoy, 1979. Used ... Out Of Stock
A Heavy Hitter from tenorist Eddie Lockjaw Davis – recorded a bit late in his career, but with a sound that's mighty nice – and every bit as great as some of his 60s recordings for Prestige! The combo's small, swinging, and soulful – Albert Dailey on piano, George Duvivier on ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Eddie Lockjaw Davis —
Heavy Hitter ... LP Muse, 1979. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
A Heavy Hitter from tenorist Eddie Lockjaw Davis – recorded a bit late in his career, but with a sound that's mighty nice – and every bit as great as some of his 60s recordings for Prestige! The combo's small, swinging, and soulful – Albert Dailey on piano, George Duvivier on ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Richard Davis —
As One ... LP Muse, 1976. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
A very unusual album from this legendary bassist – a set that just features spare duets with Jill McManus on piano! Tracks are long – and titles include "All Blues", "Blue Bossa", "Fuge N", and "Speak Low". LP, Vinyl record album
Richard Davis —
Epistrophy & Now's the Time ... LP Muse, 1972. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
One of Richard Davis' hippest records of the 70s – a live session recorded with two very strong hornmen in front – Clifford Jordan on tenor and Hannibal Peterson on trumpet, both blowing beautifully in very spacious, and open-ended styles! The album only features two long tracks – ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Richard Davis —
Now's The Time (plus bonus track) ... CD Muse, 1972. Used ... Out Of Stock
One of Richard Davis' hippest records of the 70s – a live session recorded with two very strong hornmen in front – Clifford Jordan on tenor and Hannibal Peterson on trumpet, both blowing beautifully in very spacious, and open-ended styles! The album only features two long tracks – ... read more CD
Joey DeFrancesco —
All About My Girl ... CD Muse, 1994. Used ... Out Of Stock
Joey DeFrancesco on organ, Houston Person on tenor saxophone, Paul Bollenback on electric guitar, and Byron Landham on drums. CD
Muse, 1992. Used ... $4.99
Papa John DeFrancesco on organ, Bill Easley on saxophone, Joey DeFrancesco on trumpet, Randy Johnson and Johnny DeFrancesco Jr on guitar, and Bryon Landham on drums. CD
(Out of print.)
Lou Donaldson —
Back Street ... LP Muse, 1982. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
With Herman Foster on piano, Jeff Fuller on bass, and Victor Jones on drums. LP, Vinyl record album
Lou Donaldson —
Sweet Poppa Lou ... LP Muse, 1981. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
A nice back to basics soulbop date – with Herman Foster on piano, Calvin Hill on bass, and Idris Muhammad on drums. Titles include "Mo Gravy", "Shuckin Blues", "Mambo Inn", and "You'll Never Know". LP, Vinyl record album
Kenny Dorham —
Ease It! ... LP Muse, 1961/1974. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Issued under Kenny Dorham's name, but actually a session led by the obscure tenor player Rocky Boyd, who fronts this (otherwise) all star session that features Kenny Dorham, Ron Carter, Pete La Roca, and Walter Bishop. The record was recorded for the short-lived (and excellent) Jazztime label, but ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Charles Earland —
Almighty Burner ... CD Muse/32 Jazz, Late 70s/1980s/Early 90s. Used ... Out Of Stock
Collects tracks from the albums Smokin, In The Pocket, Whip Appeal, and Unforgettable. Sidemen include George Coleman, Houston Person, Melvin Sparks, Eric Alexander, Idris Muhammad, and others. CD
Teddy Edwards & Houston Person —
Horn To Horn ... CD Muse, 1994. Used ... Out Of Stock
Two tenor greats pay tribute to a host of other tenor greats – but with results that are quite different than you might expect! The album's hardly the type that just revisits familiar cliches from tenor giants of years past – and instead, the team of Houston Person and Teddy Edwards ... read more CD
Marty Ehrlich & Anthony Cox —
Falling Man ... CD Muse, 1991. Used ... $5.99
Marty Ehrlich on soprano, alto, and tenor saxophone, flute, and alto flute – accompanied by Anthony Cox on bass. CD
Muse, 1982. Very Good ... $3.99
An overlooked fusion set from the mighty Muse Records – an early 80s date recorded under the leadership of keyboardist Mitch Farber, and featuring work from Randy Brecker on trumpet, Gary Campbell on tenor and soprano, and Steve Khan on guitar! Given the players, there's almost a major label ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(White label promo. NOTE: Vinyl has a heated edge and plays with surface noise on each side for the first few spins.)
Ricky Ford —
Tenor For The Times ... LP Muse, 1981. Very Good+ ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Extremely soulful work from young tenor giant Ricky Ford – one of a number of really strong sides he cut for Muse early on in his career, and a set that continues the indie soul jazz vibe of the 70s nicely! The group's a no-nonsense ensemble that features Albert Dailey on piano, Rufus Reid ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has some wear and aging, bumped corners, and some ink stamps and a bit of pen in back.)
David Friesen —
Storyteller ... LP Muse (Japan), 1981. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
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Carlos Garnett —
Let This Melody Ring On ... CD Muse/Soul Brother (UK), 1975. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Soaring soul from Carlos Garnett – one of the reedman's key 70s sides for the Muse Records label – work we'd rank right up there with the spiritual best of Gary Bartz or Norman Connors at the time! Like both of those contemporaries, Garnett's really reaching for something new in the ... read more CD
Carlos Garnett —
New Love ... CD Muse/Soul Brother (UK), 1977. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Excellent work from reedman Carlos Garnett – caught here during the great first chapter of his career, when he cut some really unique albums for Muse Records! This set really has Carlos coming into his own – still working at the spiritual jazz level of earlier releases, but also ... read more CD
Carlos Garnett —
Resurgence ... CD Muse, 1996. Used ... Out Of Stock
A tight recent set from 70s soul jazz legend Carlos Garnett – blowing strong and soulfully, in a series of different groups that includes pianist Carl Holmes, plus work on bass by either Brad Jones and Steve Neil, and drums by Taru Alexander or Shingo Okudaira. Percussionist Neil Clarke ... read more CD
Muse, 1973. Very Good+ ... $14.99 19.99
Late recording by bluesy jazz guitarist Tiny Grimes, recorded with a host of the usual Muse suspects, like Houston Person, Harold Mabern, and Freddie Waits. There's an electric bass on the session, which pumps up Grimes' guitar a little bit more than usual (as if it needed pumping!), and the ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Blue label stereo pressing. Cover has some ringwear.)
Bill Hardman —
Focus ... LP Muse, 1980. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
A nice later date as a leader from the great trumpeter Bill Hardman – better-known for his earlier work with Art Blakey! The set features Junior Cook on tenor, Slide Hampton on trombone, and Walter Bishop Jr on piano – and titles include "Avila & Tequila", "Cubicle&qu ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Bill Hardman —
Politely ... LP Muse, 1982. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
With Hardman on trumpet, Junior Cook on tenor, Walter Bishop on piano, Paul Brown on bass, and Leroy Williams on drums. LP, Vinyl record album
Albert Heath —
Kwanza (The First) (with bonus track) ... CD Muse/Xanadu, 1973. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
One of the coolest, hippest albums you'll ever hear from drummer Albert Tootie Heath – a set that's so different than his earlier work of the 60s, and which has the same sort of righteous, spiritual energy as the Heath Brothers album on Strata East! Albert's got a wonderfully loose vibe on ... read more CD
Buck Hill —
Buck Stops Here ... CD Muse, 1990. Used ... Out Of Stock
Damn great tenor work from Buck Hill – recording here in a well-matched combo that also features the great Johnny Coles on trumpet! Coles' sound is really nice at this point in his career – a bit more biting and human than the polish of some previous sides – in ways that sound ... read more CD
Buck Hill —
Capital Hill (with bonus track) ... CD Muse, 1989. Used ... Out Of Stock
A cooker from DC tenorist Buck Hill – one of those great local players who never got their due strongly until late in life! Buck's got a tremendous sound on his horn – full and rich in feeling, with occasional raspy edges that really grab us, and a warm command of his instrument that ... read more CD
Buck Hill —
I'm Beginning To See The Light ... CD Muse, 1991. Used ... Out Of Stock
Beautiful tenor work from Buck Hill – an under-acknowledged genius who finally got his chance to reach a larger audience with a handful of Muse Records releases like this one! Hill's a player with a great deal of feeling – a tone that stretches back to Coleman Hawkins in his best later ... read more CD
Art Hodes & Milt Hinton —
Just The Two Of Us ... LP Muse, 1981. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
With Hodes on piano and Hinton on bass. LP, Vinyl record album
Muse, 1989. Used ... $7.99
The album's hardly an overview of Jay Hoggard's career – and instead, it's a nicely focused little session that sparkles with fresh warmth and imagination! Jay's vibes get some great accompaniment from Geri Allen's piano on the date – and both players show a similar style of keeping ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Willis Jackson —
Bar Wars ... CD Muse, 1977. Used ... Out Of Stock
The title's a bit hokey – an obvious play on the Star Wars film that was running in theaters at the time of the record – but the sound is classic Willis Jackson at his finest, recorded in a style that's right up there with his best 60s work for Prestige! The group here is a quintet ... read more CD
Willis Jackson —
Bar Wars ... LP Muse, 1977. Very Good ... Out Of Stock
The title's a bit hokey – an obvious play on the Star Wars film that was running in theaters at the time of the record – but the sound is classic Willis Jackson at his finest, recorded in a style that's right up there with his best 60s work for Prestige! The group here is a quintet ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Willis Jackson —
Headed & Gutted ... LP Muse, 1974. Very Good+ ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
The date's a bit late, but this is a nice groover from Willis, with a strong jazzy sound, and organ by Mickey Tucker and guitar by Pat Martino. A few of the tracks are a bit more lyrical than the old days, but Willis' tone is always a treat, even in the mellow moments. Titles include "Miss ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear.)
Willis Jackson —
Ya Understand Me ... LP Muse, 1984. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Back to basics work from Willis Jackson – a live date recorded in France at the start of the 80s, but one that's done with a soul jazz vibe that recalls his 60s concert sets for Prestige! The group here is a quartet, with Richard Groove Holmes on Hammond – and the tracks are long and ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Eddie Jefferson —
Godfather Of Vocalese ... CD Muse, 1976. Used ... Out Of Stock
Eddie Jefferson —
Live-Liest ... LP Muse, 1976. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
One of Eddie's last great records, and a smoking live set that has him singing with a group that includes Eric Kloss and Richie Cole on alto saxes – and Mickey Tucker playing some sweet electric piano. The vibe is more traditional vocalese than some of Eddie's other Muse recordings, with a ... (Vocalists, Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Muse, 1974. Used ... $9.99
One of the weirdest, wildest albums ever from Eddie Jefferson – a real standout classic that shows him retooling his sound for the 70s! After years of writing lyrics to James Moody and Charlie Parker tunes, Eddie lays out some crazy lyrics for modern jazz standards like "Freedom Jazz ... (Vocalists, Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Randy Johnston —
In A-Chord ... CD Muse, 1994. Used ... Out Of Stock
The title's a bit hokey, and the cover is too – but the record's a really great batch of tenor, organ, and guitar lines – served up with guitarist Randy Johnston at the helm, and featuring great contributions from Eric Alexander and Joey DeFrancesco! Drummer Mickey Roker completes the ... read more CD
Randy Johnston —
Walk On ... CD Muse, 1991. Used ... Out Of Stock
A classic set of soul jazz guitar tracks – recorded at the start of the 90s, but with a vibe that goes back to much earlier years on Muse Records! As with his other dates for the label, guitarist Randy Johnston's managed to gather a really wonderful group for the record – saxes by Bill ... read more CD
Muse, 1980/1986. Used ... $9.99 12.99
Muse, 1994. Used ... $6.99
Hank Jones —
Bop Redux ... CD Muse, 1977. Used ... Out Of Stock
Hank Jones on piano, George Duvivier on bass, and Ben Riley on drums. CD
Clifford Jordan —
Adventurer ... LP Muse, 1978. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
A gem of a record from Clifford Jordan – proof that the 70s were possibly the greatest decade for his music! Although most of Jordan's contemporaries from the big tenor days of the 50s really didn't grow much during the 70s, Clifford always continued to develop his style – adding in ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Clifford Jordan —
Highest Mountain ... CD Muse, 1975. Used ... Out Of Stock
Clifford Jordan on tenor saxophone, Cedar Walton on piano, Sam Jones on bass, and Billy Higgins on drums. Titles include "Midnight Waltz", "One For Amos", "Blue Monk", "Highest Mountain", and "John Coltrane". CD
Clifford Jordan Quartet —
Night Of The Mark VII ... LP Muse, 1975. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
A great one by Clifford Jordan! The LP was originally recorded for "Dolphy Productions" in Paris, and with a feel and a spirit very similar to his classic Strata East albums from the same time, like Glass Bead Games and In The World. The group is similar to those recordings too, and ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Robin Kenyatta —
Beggars & Stealers ... LP Muse, 1969/1975. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
One of Robin Kenyatta's hipper records of the 70s – mostly because it features material recorded during his late 60s years! The bulk of the set features a 1969 live recording – with Kenyatta leading a quartet with Larry Willis on piano, Walter Booker on bass, and Alphonse Mouzon on ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(White label promo. Cover has light wear.)
Muse, 1976. Used ... $9.99
Features Pat Martino on guitar, Gil Golstein on piano, Richard Davis on bass, and Jabali Billy Hart on drums. CD
(Late 80s Muse pressing.)
Pat Martino —
Exit ... LP Muse, 1976. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
With Gil Goldstein on piano, Richard Davis on bass, and Jabali Billy Hart on drums. LP, Vinyl record album
Pat Martino —
Footprints ... CD Muse/32 Jazz, 1975. Used ... Out Of Stock
Martino plays in a 2-guitar quartet – with Bobby Rose backing him up on guitar, plus rhythm accompaniment by Richard Davis and Billy Higgins. The sound's definitely in the trippier, post-hippie style of Martino's work, with a sort of looseness and fluidity that you either love or hate, but a ... read more CD
Pat Martino —
Footprints ... LP Muse, 1975. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Martino plays in a 2-guitar quartet – with Bobby Rose backing him up on guitar, plus rhythm accompaniment by Richard Davis and Billy Higgins. The sound's definitely in the trippier, post-hippie style of Martino's work, with a sort of looseness and fluidity that you either love or hate, but a ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Muse, 1994. Used ... $5.99 7.99
Later work from Pat Martino, but a set that shows that the guitarist has lost none of his fire over the years! The set's done with a relatively freewheeling sound – not free, but open, as Martino spirals out wonderfully with some very creative solo lines – often quite extended, and ... read more CD
Pat Martino —
Nightwings ... CD Muse, 1996. Used ... Out Of Stock
Features Pat Martino on guitar, Bob Kenmotsu on tenor, James Ridl on piano, Marc Johnson on bass, and Bill Stewart on drums. CD
(Barcode has a cutout hole.)
Pat Martino —
Pat Martino Live! ... LP Muse, 1972. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Pat Martino in one of his greatest settings – live, in front of the kind of an audience where he could really open up! The set's a great marker of the growth that Pat experienced as the 70s approached – taking all the lessons he'd learned from his years gigging it up in the soul jazz ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(White label promo. Cover has light wear.)
