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Ernestine Anderson —
Ernestine Anderson – The Toast Of The Nation's Critics ... CD Mercury, 1958. Used ... Out Of Stock
One of Ernestine's early albums for Mercury – a bit unsure as to its direction: soul jazz, straight ballad vocals, or a bit of vocalese jazz – but that's kind of what makes it interesting! Pete Rugolo conducts the group on the session – and he also contributed the original tune ... read more CD
Maria Cole —
Maria Cole (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Mercury (Japan), 1960. Used ... Out Of Stock
A rare solo outing from vocalist Maria Cole – quite possibly because she was best known to the rest of the world as Mrs Nat King Cole! Maria's a dusky-voiced singer who worked with Duke Ellington in the 50s, but is getting a much sweeter touch here from arranger Billy Vaughn – who uses ... read more CD
(2006 Japanese pressing – includes obi!)
Mercury (Japan), 1962. Used ... $29.99
A really unique little record from vocalist Frank D'Rone – one that's got a very different approach than some of his more pop-oriented sets! The album's recorded live at San Francisco's legendary Hungry I – often a haven to beats and folkies, and a venue that seems to have brought out ... read more CD
(Out of print – and includes obi!)
Billy Eckstine —
Billy Eckstine's Imagination ... CD Mercury, 1958. Used ... Out Of Stock
A beautiful pairing of the vocals of Billy Eckstine and the arranging talents of Pete Rugolo – a real standout set that's easily one of Eckstine's greatest albums ever! By the time of this set, Rugolo had made a great name for himself arranging other vocal sides for June Christy, The Four ... read more CD
Mercury, Late 50s/Early 60s. Used ... $0.99 1.99
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(Out of print.)
Mercury/Phonogram (Holland), 1994. Used ... $2.99
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(Out of print.)
Mercury (Japan), 1995. Used ... $6.99
Special guest Hubert Laws on flute. CD
(Includes obi.)
Shirley Horn —
Loads Of Love/Mercury, 1963. Used ... Out Of Stock
2 early albums by the great Shirley Horn – back to back on one CD! On Loads Of Love, Shirley sings some somber ballads over large orchestrations by Jimmy Jones – in a mode that's different from recent work, but which also shows that she's a great singer with a really sensitive style. ... read more CD
(1990 pressing.)
Jon Lucien —
Listen Love ... CD Mercury, 1991. Used ... Out Of Stock
A wonderful comeback album from the great Jon Lucien! The set was recorded for Mercury in 1991, but it picks up just where his Columbia recordings left off – and has a sweet jazzy style that works perfectly for Jon's unique voice. The arrangements have a bit of a modern sound to them, but a ... (Soul, Vocalists) read more CD
Jon Lucien —
Mother Nature's Son ... CD Mercury, 1993. Used ... Out Of Stock
A relatively recent effort by singer Jon Lucien – quite different than his 70s work, but not in a bad way! Jon's voice is smooth and mellow, as always, and the arrangements are equally so – perhaps not as challenging as his early 70s work, but with a gentle and jazzy groove that still ... read more CD
Helen Merrill —
Complete Helen Merrill On Mercury (4 CD set) ... CD Mercury (Japan), Late 50s/1985. Used 4CD ... Out Of Stock
Very nice 4 CD set that includes all of the classic vocal recordings cut by Helen Merrill for Mercury in the late 50s. There's way too much to mention here, but the set's got some great jazz backing by the likes of Clifford Brown, Johnny Richards, and Gil Evans – plus some more orchestral ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Pat Morrissey —
I'm Pat Morrissey – I Sing (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Mercury (Japan), Late 1950s. Used ... Out Of Stock
A rare one from singer Pat Morrissey – a sexy late 50s nightclub singer with a bit of a jazzy bent. The record's not going to knock Sarah Vaughan out of your collection, but Pat's got a warm intimate style of singing that makes the material stand out more than the usual vocal session from ... read more CD
Patti Page —
Patti Page Collection – The Mercury Years Vol 2 ... CD Mercury, 1950s. Used ... Out Of Stock
Titles include "Cross Over The Bridge", "Old Cape Cod", "allegheny Moon", "Let Me Go Lover!", "Steam Heat", "This Is My Song", and her classic "(How Much Is) The Doggie In The Window" – 21 tracks total. CD
Mercury, 1960s. Used ... $2.99
A dozen hits. CD
(Out of print.)
Mercury/Verve, 1956. Used ... $11.99
Very hip gospel work by Sister Rosetta Tharp – singing here with her own guitar accompaniment, plus backing by small combos that include players like Ernie Hayes, Panama Francis, Ernest Richardson, and Harry Doc Bagby, who plays organ on about half the record. The sound is a folksy mix of ... (Gospel, Vocalists) read more CD
(2002 LP sleeve edition with the domestic obi.)
Sarah Vaughan —
Golden Hits ... CD Mercury, 1950s/1960s. Used ... Out Of Stock
Classics from sassy Sarah Vaughan's Mercury years, including "Misty", "Broken Hearted Melody", "Make Yourself Comfortable", "Autumn In New York", "Moonlight In Vermont", "How Important Can It Be", "Smooth Operator", "Whatever ... read more CD
Mercury, 1958. Used ... $4.99
The title's a bit of a joke – because the record features a batch sidemen from the Count Basie band – Thad Jones, Joe Newman, Freddy Green, Billy Mitchell, Frank Foster, and others – all working with Sarah, but the Count's name is missing, due to contractual obligations! Despite ... read more CD
Also available No Count Sarah ... LP 5.99
Sarah Vaughan —
Sarah Vaughan Sings Broadway – Great Songs From Hit Shows ... CD Mercury/Verve, 1956. Used 2 CDs ... Out Of Stock
A great collection – one that brings together the full double-length album from the 50s – classic Sarah Vaughan recordings of material from famous shows, set to arrangements from Hal Mooney! CD
(Out of print.)
Sarah Vaughan —
Sarah Vaughan With Quincy Jones (Vaughan & Violins/Mercury, Late 50s. Used ... Out Of Stock
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Sarah Vaughan —
Viva Vaughan ... CD Mercury (Japan), 1964. Used ... Out Of Stock
One of Sarah Vaughan's first albums of Latin-tinged tracks – showing the roots of her interest in Brazilian music that would develop even more fully into the 70s. The record features a large group arranged and conducted by Frank Foster – with a host of jazz soloists, plus Latin ... read more CD
Also available Viva Vaughan ... LP 39.99(Out of print, includes obi.)
Sarah Vaughan —
Viva Vaughan ... CD Verve/Mercury, 1964. Used ... Out Of Stock
One of Sarah Vaughan's first albums of Latin-tinged tracks – showing the roots of her interest in Brazilian music that would develop even more fully into the 70s. The record features a large group arranged and conducted by Frank Foster – with a host of jazz soloists, plus Latin ... read more CD
Sarah Vaughan & Her Trio —
Sarah Vaughan At Mister Kelly's (with bonus tracks) ... CD Mercury, 1957. Used ... Out Of Stock
One of Sarah Vaughan's best albums from the 50s – a swinging live set caught at Chicago's Mister Kelly's night club – and recorded with very small combo backing! The album's a great contrast to some of Sarah's more fully arranged sets of the era – and it features piano from Jimmy ... read more CD
Mercury, Late 50s/Early 60s. Used ... $0.99
Loads of classics – 16 tracks, including "This Bitter Earth", "What A Difference A Day Makes", "Easy Living", "Keepin Out Of Mischief Now", "Manhattan", "Make Me A Present Of You", "I Remember Clifford", "Unforgettable& ... read more CD
(Early West German pressing.)
Dinah Washington —
Complete Dinah Washington On Mercury Vol 3 1952 to 1954 ... CD Mercury, Early 50s. Used 3CD ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
53 tracks across 3 discs! Includes "Raindrops", " Big Long Slidin' Thing", "If It's the Last Thing I Do" (as of pressing) only released as singles. CD
(Out of print. Disc made in West Germany.)
Mercury, Mid/Late 50s. Used ... $0.99
Tracks include "Show Time", "Trouble In Mind", "Bad Luck", "Salty Papa Blues", "Since I Fell For You", "Time Out For Tears", and "Trouble In The Lowlands" – 16 tracks total. CD
(CRC pressing.)
Dinah Washington —
What A Difference A Day Makes (with bonus tracks) ... CD Mercury/Verve, 1959. Used ... Out Of Stock
One of the most important records in the career of Dinah Washington – even if only for the hit title track! The work here has Dinah elevating yet again – way past the R&B of her roots, and the jazz of a few years later – into a territory that definitely earns her the title of ... read more CD
(Out of print Verve Master Edition.)
Various —
Ladies Sing The Blues – Mercury Records 1945 to 1957 ... CD Mercury/Chronicles, Mid 40s-Mid 50s. Used 2 CDs ... $14.99
Features multiple tracks from Sippie Wallace, Julia Lee, Dinah Washington, Alma Mondy, Joyce Jackson, Ella Johnson, Violet Hall, Zilla Mays, Myra Taylor, Vivian Green & Helen Humes – that's 57 songs on two CD's! CD
(Out of print.)
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