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CTI, 1972. Very Good+ Gatefold ... $24.99
One of the coolest, grooviest albums you'll ever hear from the legendary percussionist Airto – a set that mixes his own Brazilian roots with the electric genius of 70s CTI – all with stunning results! Airto's in the lead – and blows some beautiful wood flute lines alongside ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original pressing with Van Gelder stamp. Includes the CTI inner sleeve. Vinyl has a mark that clicks a bit on "Lucky Southern".)
Airto —
Return To Forever (aka Free – with bonus tracks) ... CD 
CTI/Wounded Bird, 1972. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
One of the coolest, grooviest albums you'll ever hear from the legendary percussionist Airto – a set that mixes his own Brazilian roots with the electric genius of 70s CTI – all with stunning results! Airto's in the lead – and blows some beautiful wood flute lines alongside ... (Jazz) read more CD
(CD case has a small cutout hole.)
CTI/Vocalion (UK), 1973. New Copy ... $19.99 24.99
CTI Records meets that Brazilian fusion sound of the 70s – served up here on two classic albums! Fingers is one of Airto's greatest records ever – a really hard hitting batch of tracks that mix sharp-edged fusion lines with some earthier Brazilian percussion touches – all in a ... (Brazil) read more CD
(Hybrid Super Audio CD pressing – also works on standard CD players!)
Patti Austin —
Havana Candy ... CD CTI (UK), 1977. Used ... $9.99
Havana Candy, indeed – as singer Patti Austin's in her sweetest mode of the 70s – stepping off of years of background vocals for others, and really emerging as a great soul star on her own! Patti got the chance to cut some soul singles back in her early days – but work like this ... (Soul) read more CD
George Benson —
Body Talk ... LP CTI, 1973. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A sweet funky classic from guitar genius George Benson – and a record that features some surprising soul arrangements from Pee Wee Ellis – also known for his classic work with the James Brown Band of the late 60s! Pee Wee's got a tighter groove here than on some of George's earlier CTI ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Stereo pressing with Van Gelder stamp. Cover looks great, save for a few small gloss bubbles on the spine.)
CTI/Friday Music, 1969. New Copy Gatefold (reissue)... $32.99 33.99
A wonderfully wicked album – one that sold so many copies that it's sometimes hard to remember how great it is! George takes on all of Abbey Road – or just about all of it – as he runs through some of the most beautiful tracks The Beatles ever wrote, like "Golden ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
George Benson —
White Rabbit ... CD CTI, 1971. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
One of the moodiest sessions on CTI from the early days – and a landmark album that took George Benson from the funky jazz scene into the upper reaches of 70s jazz. The record was put together by Don Sebesky, and it's a lot more high concept than some of George's earlier work – and ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print, small cutout hole through case.)
Ron Carter —
Blues Farm ... LP CTI, 1973. Very Good+ Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
Sweet electric work from Ron Carter – subtle magic in the best CTI mode! Ron arranged the set himself, but he's working with a core group of CTI players that includes Bob James and Richard Tee on electric piano, Hubert Laws on flute, Ralph MacDonald on percussion, and Billy Cobham on drums ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original pressing with Van Gelder stamp in the gatefold cover.)
CTI All Stars —
CTI Summer Jazz At The Hollywood Bowl Vol 1 ... LP CTI, 1972. Very Good- Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Man, it's like a talent bomb exploded! This set's stuffed with work by some of the greatest jazz funk players of the early 70s – Johnny Hammond, Bob James, Deodato, George Benson, Joe Farrell, Stanley Turrentine, Freddie Hubbard, Grover Washington Jr, Hubert Laws, and others – all ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has edge wear.)
CTI All Stars —
CTI Summer Jazz At The Hollywood Bowl Vol 1-3 (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD CTI (Japan), 1972. Used 2CDs ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Man, it's like a talent bomb exploded! This set's stuffed with work by some of the greatest jazz funk players of the early 70s – Johnny Hammond, Bob James, Deodato, George Benson, Joe Farrell, Stanley Turrentine, Freddie Hubbard, Grover Washington Jr, Hubert Laws, and others – all ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print – and includes obi.)
Deodato —
Deodato 2 ... LP CTI, 1973. Very Good+ Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Funky keyboards galore – and one of the greatest records ever from this legendary Brazilian jazz talent! The album follows nicely off Deodato's Prelude classic for CTI – and like that one, this set's built on long-flowing tunes that rise and fall with a wonderful sense of rhythm – ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Deodato 2 (with bonus tracks) ... CD 6.99(Cover has some ring and edge wear.)
CTI, 1973. Used ... $6.99
Funky keyboards galore – and one of the greatest records ever from this legendary Brazilian jazz talent! The album follows nicely off Deodato's Prelude classic for CTI – and like that one, this set's built on long-flowing tunes that rise and fall with a wonderful sense of rhythm – ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print. Barcode has a cutout hole.)
Deodato —
Prelude/CTI/Vocalion (UK), 1972/1973. New Copy ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A pair of classics from Deodato – back to back on a single high-quality CD! First up is Prelude – a legendary album from the 70s funk scene – and one of the crowning achievements of keyboard maestro Eumir Deodato! Deodato got his start during the bossa years of the 60s – ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Hybrid Super Audio CD pressing – works on standard CD players!)
Paul Desmond —
Summertime ... LP CTI/A&M, 1968. Very Good+ Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A perfect complement to Paul's other early CTI album – From The Hot Afternoon – and like that one, this album's a swirling match of tracks that mix together bossa rhythms, jazzy orchestrations, and Desmond's impeccably sharp alto sax. Don Sebesky handled the arrangements, giving the ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear and aging.)
CTI/CBS, 1979. Used ... $9.99
Sweet and subtle genius from two of the most understated players in jazz – a really great little record that makes the best of the CTI sound without tricking up the players too much! Art Farmer and Jim Hall play in a quintet with vibes by Mike Mainieri – in a style that eschews the ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Joe Farrell —
Original Album Classics (Joe Farrell Quartet/CTI/Sony, Early 70s. Used 5CD ... Just Sold Out!
A CTI powerhouse – five full albums from reedman Joe Farrell, each packaged in a tiny LP-styled sleeve! First up is Joe Farrell Quartet – a stellar session that's easily one of the early high points for the legendary CTI label! Farrell bursts forth as one heck of a soulful cat – ... (Jazz) read more CD
CTI/King (Japan), 1973. Used ... $18.99
Killer CTI work from Joe Farrell – with grooves so sharp you could cut your trousers on them! Farrell's angular reed style is in perfect form here – grooving with a small group that includes Herbie Hancock on piano, Joe Beck on guitar, Steve Gadd on drums, and Don Alias on percussion ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print, 2013 Blu-spec CD pressing – includes obi.)
Fuse One —
Fuse One – The Complete Recordings (Fuse One/CTI/Music Masters, 1980/1981. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
George Benson, Wynton Marsalis, Stanley Clarke, Dave Valentine, Stanley Turrentine, Tom Browne, John McLaqughlin, Tony Williams, Larry Coryell, Eric Gale, Paulina DaCosta, Joe Farrell, Lenny White, Ndugu, and Ronnie Foster. (Jazz) CD
(Out of print.)
Urbie Green —
Fox ... LP CTI, 1976. Sealed Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Smooth and silky jazz funk from trombonist Urbie Green – a record that's much more in a mainstream R&B fusion mode than his earlier work – yet also arranged by David Matthews in a soulful style that still keeps things pretty real on the best cuts! The group's a good one for the ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Sealed 70s pressing!)
Freddie Hubbard —
First Light ... CD CTI, 1972. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Sweet early CTI work from trumpeter Freddie Hubbard – the kind of groundbreaking electric jazz that really helped him find a new space in the 70s! The album follows strongly from Freddie's classic Red Clay set for CTI – and like that one, it features extended tracks that build ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print CBS pressing. Note: CD is missing back artwork in case – and is priced accordingly.)
Freddie Hubbard —
Red Clay (with bonus track) ... CD CTI/Epic, 1970. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Amazing work from Freddie Hubbard – one of his best albums ever! The title cut's a classic, but all cuts on the album are great – and really set a whole new standard for soul jazz in the 70s! Unlike the freer runs of Miles Davis, Freddie takes things into territory here that's open, ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Freddie Hubbard —
Sky Dive ... CD CTI, 1972. Used ... Out Of Stock
A killer set from Freddie Hubbard's legendary years on CTI! Like the classic Red Clay album, there's 4 tunes here, all longer cuts – where everyone gets a chance to stretch out a bit, over smooth (but not too smooth!) electric grooves, supported by great orchestrations from Don Sebesky! Ron ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print. Note: CD is missing back artwork in case – and is priced accordingly.)
CTI/Music On Vinyl (Netherlands), 1970. New Copy ... $12.99 13.99
An amazing second CTI set from Freddie Hubbard – one that takes off nicely from Red Clay territory, and starts to hit an even funkier mode! The tracks here are all relatively long, with a huge amount of solo space for Freddie on trumpet, Joe Henderson on tenor, George Benson on guitar, and ... (Jazz) read more CD
Freddie Hubbard —
Straight Life ... CD CTI, 1970. Used ... Out Of Stock
An amazing second CTI set from Freddie Hubbard – one that takes off nicely from Red Clay territory, and starts to hit an even funkier mode! The tracks here are all relatively long, with a huge amount of solo space for Freddie on trumpet, Joe Henderson on tenor, George Benson on guitar, and ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Straight Life ... CD 12.99(Out of print, 1997 digipak pressing.)
CTI (Japan), 1972. Used ... $11.99
An excellent 70s set by Jackie & Roy – very different than their work of the 50s and 60s, with an approach that's much more far-reaching and complicated – a style that opens up their vocal talents majestically! Gone are the simpler ditties of earlier years, and in their place are ... (Vocalists) read more CD
(Out of print blu-spec CD. Includes obi.)
CTI, 1973. Used ... $8.99
Sweet 70s electric work from the great vibist Milt Jackson – a record that has him hitting some nicely moody modes, and in a spacious style that's almost a 70s remake of the energy of the Modern Jazz Quartet! Cedar Walton plays piano and Fender Rhodes – and Hubert Laws is in the group ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Milt Jackson —
Olinga ... LP CTI, 1974. Near Mint- ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Milt Jackson's third album for CTI – part of a wonderful run that really helped him redefine his sound in the 70s! The album's got the electric approach you'd expect from the label – a great change from the sound of Jackson in the Modern Jazz Quartet, and a surprisingly great setting ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original pressing – a great copy! Cover has a tiny cut corner.)
Milt Jackson —
Sunflower (digipack) ... CD CTI, 1972. Used ... Just Sold Out!
Proof that Milt Jackson was easily the hippest member of the Modern Jazz Quartet – and one of the few who could really open up into different sounds away from that combo! This sweet 70s set for CTI is totally great – a whole new chapter for Jackson's vibes, and a real re-setting of the ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
CTI/BGO (UK), 1973/1974. New Copy ... $8.99 14.99
Two CTI label gems from vibist Milt Jackson – back to back on a single CD! Sunflower is proof that Milt Jackson was easily the hippest member of the Modern Jazz Quartet – and one of the few who could really open up into different sounds away from that combo! This sweet 70s set for CTI ... (Jazz) read more CD
Bob James —
One ... LP CTI, 1974. Very Good+ Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A landmark album – not only for Bob James, but for CTI and the Fender Rhodes as well! This is the album where all the magic starts – the first of many extremely successful albums that Bob recorded during the 70s under his own name, and almost the birthplace of the modern hip hop ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Yellow label pressing with Van Gelder stamp. Cover has one slightly bumped corner, but is nice overall.)
Bob James & Earl Klugh —
One On One ... LP CTI, 1979. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A mellow mainstream fusion classic from the 70s – one that paired the gentle guitar of Earl Klugh with the sweet keyboards of Bob James – in a set that's filled with plenty of warm and laidback touches! The mode here takes off some of the darker edges from James' earlier sound, and ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Antonio Carlos Jobim —
Wave ... LP CTI/A&M, 1967. Very Good+ Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A stunning mix of talents that brings the heavenly piano and guitar of Antonio Carlos Jobim into play with the lush, but light arrangements of Claus Ogerman – a swirling mix of post-bossa loveliness that redefines Jobim's sound, and opens up new avenues for exploration in sound! The ... (Brazil) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Mexican stereo pressing in a green cover, with light surface wear and aging.)
JJ Johnson & Kai Winding —
Stonebone (red vinyl pressing) (2020 Record Store Day Release) ... LP CTI/A&M, 1970. New Copy Gatefold (reissue)... Out Of Stock
A truly fantastic record, and one that's become the stuff of legend over the years – a rare CTI album that was only ever issued in Japan – and which may well be one of the coolest sessions recorded during the A&M years of the label! Trombonists JJ Johnson and Kai Winding had ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Tamiko Jones —
I'll Be Anything For You ... LP CTI/Pleasure For Music (UK), 1968. New Copy (reissue)... Out Of Stock
Fantastic work from Tamiko Jones – one of the more enigmatic soul singers of her generation! Tamiko could always handle a number of styles – and on this set, she moves between jazz and deep soul, working through a set of tracks that were recorded at either Sam Phillips in Memphis, or ... (Soul) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Hubert Laws —
Afro-Classic ... LP CTI, 1970. Very Good+ Gatefold ... $19.99
An amazing album – and the cornerstone of the CTI sound! The record's an incredibly baroque set of tracks from funky flautist Hubert Laws – featuring arrangements from Don Sebesky that mix complicated lines on flute with electric piano from Bob James, into a swirling mass of sound that' ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Green label pressing with Van Gelder stamp. Cover has some edge wear and spots of gloss separation on front and back.)
Hubert Laws —
Chicago Theme ... LP CTI, 1975. Sealed Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
One of Hubert Laws' funkiest records for CTI – recorded with a full group funky style that's plenty darn great, and a lot harder-hitting than some of Hubert's more laidback sessions for the label! Arrangements are by Bob James and Laws – working here with a large batch of players who ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Sealed original gatefold pressing! Shrink is open very slightly on the seam, but is tight overall.)
Hubert Laws/CTI/BGO (UK), 1974/1976. New Copy 2CD ... $5.99 14.99
A split CTI package – with a record apiece by Hubert Laws and George Benson! Hubert Laws is first with In The Beginning – 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 ... (Jazz) read more CD
Kudu/CTI, 1974. New Copy ... $4.99 6.99
An incredible record from funky drummer Idris Muhammad! Idris is probably known for his funky break work on Blue Note and Prestige records sessions of the late 60s and early 70s – but by the time of this 1974 album, he was really expanding his style, hitting a laidback groove that went way ... (Jazz) read more CD
Idris Muhammad —
Power Of Soul ... CD Kudu/CTI, 1974. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
An incredible record from funky drummer Idris Muhammad! Idris is probably known for his funky break work on Blue Note and Prestige records sessions of the late 60s and early 70s – but by the time of this 1974 album, he was really expanding his style, hitting a laidback groove that went way ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Power Of Soul ... CD 4.99
CTI, 1974. Very Good+ Gatefold ... $11.99
A surprisingly wonderful 70s meeting between Gerry Mulligan & Chet Baker – recorded live, with sweet electric touches from CTI – in a style that shouldn't work so well, but which really comes off great! The approach is simple – Mulligan and Baker solo in a manner that's a bit ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(White label stereo promo with Van Gelder stamp. Cover has some surface wear, aging, a small sticker spot, and gloss separation at the corners.)
CTI, 1978. Near Mint- Gatefold ... $59.99
A real standout 70s set from Nina Simone – a one-off date for CTI Records, done with a sound that's different than her earlier work for RCA, Philips, and Colpix! The groove here is often as soul-based as it is vocal jazz – thanks to arrangements from David Matthews, who brings a ... (Vocalists) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(White label promo. Cover has some edge wear.)
Soul Flutes —
Trust In Me ... LP CTI/A&M, 1968. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
An excellent little groover from that great period where CTI was affiliated with A&M, this record is the kind of pop/jazz/easy listening crossover stuff that's been such a hit with the loungecore fans over the years. Don Sebesky handled the arrangements – and players include Herbie ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a small cutout notch, but looks great overall.)
Gabor Szabo —
Rambler ... CD CTI/King (Japan), 1973. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Lean 70s genius from the great Gabor Szabo – a set that has him electrifying the sort of vibe he created on Impulse Records in the 60s – but all without ever sounding too slick or commercial! The group here is nice and lean – supervised by Bob James, who plays piano and organ, ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Part of the CTI 50th Anniversary Special Collection!)
Stanley Turrentine —
Baddest Turrentine ... LP CTI, Early 70s. Very Good Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A 4-track "best of" from Stan's hit years at CTI! If you know the man's tone, you know that he found a perfect home at CTI – where arrangements by the likes of Bob James or Deodato provided Stanley with a perfect foil for his warm exploratory blowing. The set features Stan's great ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Includes the CTI inner sleeve. NOTE – Vinyl is oxidized on Side B and plays with surface noise.)
Stanley Turrentine —
Best Of Stanley Turrentine ... CD CTI/Epic, Early 70s. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Stanley Turrentine —
Cherry ... LP CTI, 1972. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
One of the best CTI albums from the early 70s – and one of Stanley Turrentine's funkiest records as well! The album's got a sharper edge than most other Turrentine albums of the time – a quality that goes beyond Stan's already soulful approach to the tenor, and which brings in some ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Stanley Turrentine —
Cherry/CTI/BGO (UK), Early 70s. New Copy 2CD ... $9.99 19.99
A trio of classic CTI Records albums from tenorist Stanley Turrentine – with bonus tracks too! First up is Cherry – one of the best CTI albums from the early 70s – and one of Stanley Turrentine's funkiest records as well! The album's got a sharper edge than most other Turrentine ... (Jazz) read more CD
Stanley Turrentine —
Don't Mess With Mister T ... CD CTI/CBS, 1973. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Stanley Turrentine meets Bob James – on a record that's one of the 70s classics on CTI! Bob James handles the arrangements – with that laidback, mellowfunky approach to jazz that he helped pioneer at the time – lots of modal chords in the rhythms, and these wonderfully soulful ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Stanley Turrentine —
Don't Mess With Mister T ... LP CTI, 1973. Very Good+ Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Stanley Turrentine meets Bob James – on a record that's one of the 70s classics on CTI! Bob James handles the arrangements – with that laidback, mellowfunky approach to jazz that he helped pioneer at the time – lots of modal chords in the rhythms, and these wonderfully soulful ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear.)
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