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Airto —
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CTI, 1972. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Temporarily 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 LP, Vinyl record album
(Original pressing with Van Gelder stamp. Cover has light wear and a small rip on the bottom seam.)
CTI/Vocalion (UK), 1973. New Copy ... $18.99
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 —
Live At The Bottom Line ... CD CTI, 1979. Used ... $8.99
A live set from the great Patti Austin – but done at a level that's every bit as tight as her studio work from the time! Patti's in a perfect balance between jazz and soul here – and works with sweet arrangements from Dave Grusin and Leon Pendarvis – the latter of whom also leads ... (Soul) read more CD
(Out of print Columbia Jazz Masterpiece pressing.)
Patti Austin —
Live At The Bottom Line ... LP CTI, 1979. Very Good+ Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A live set from the great Patti Austin – but done at a level that's every bit as tight as her studio work from the time! Patti's in a perfect balance between jazz and soul here – and works with sweet arrangements from Dave Grusin and Leon Pendarvis – the latter of whom also leads ... (Soul) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear and an unglued bottom seam.)
CTI, 1974. Near Mint- Gatefold ... $24.99
A great return to form for Chet Baker – his first record in a number of years away from the studio, and proof that his genius could adapt to just about any setting! The album's got a tight focus that's probably one of the keys to its success – a set of arrangements by Don Sebesky that ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
CTI, 1974. Used ... $3.99
A great return to form for Chet Baker – his first record in a number of years away from the studio, and proof that his genius could adapt to just about any setting! The album's got a tight focus that's probably one of the keys to its success – a set of arrangements by Don Sebesky that ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Chet Baker/CTI, 1982. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A great later date from CTI – proof that the label still had its magic going on well into the 80s! The session's a larger group effort headed up by Don Sebesky, and featuring key solos by Chet Baker, Jim Hall, and Hubert Laws – all of whom get plenty of room to do their thing on the ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
CTI, 1974. Near Mint- Gatefold ... $6.99
Pretty mellow stuff from George Benson, but with some nice moments! Don Sebesky handled the arrangements for this set of larger backings – but Benson's guitar is right out front, hitting some super-dope lines at the best moments, stretching out from the warm Fender Rhodes or horn heavy ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
George Benson —
Bad Benson (bonus tracks) ... CD CTI/Epic, 1974. Used ... Out Of Stock
Pretty mellow stuff from George Benson, but with some nice moments! Don Sebesky handled the arrangements for this set of larger backings – but Benson's guitar is right out front, hitting some super-dope lines at the best moments, stretching out from the warm Fender Rhodes or horn heavy ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Bad Benson ... LP 6.99
CTI/Vocalion (UK), 1973. New Copy ... $13.99
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 CD
Also available Body Talk ... LP 9.99(Hybrid Super Audio CD pressing – also works on standard CD players!)
CTI, 1973. Near Mint- Gatefold ... $9.99
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
Also available Body Talk ... CD 13.99
CTI, 1976. Used ... $9.99
Sweet CTI grooving from George Benson – one of his hardest-hitting albums of the time! In a way, the record returns George to his early years at CTI – particularly the album Beyond The Blue Horizon – as the set's got a stripped down smaller group, working in a tight blend of ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print early CBS pressing.)
George Benson —
George Benson In Concert – Carnegie Hall ... LP CTI, 1976. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Sweet CTI grooving from George Benson – one of his hardest-hitting albums of the time! In a way, the record returns George to his early years at CTI – particularly the album Beyond The Blue Horizon – as the set's got a stripped down smaller group, working in a tight blend of ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available George Benson In Concert – Carnegie Hall ... CD 9.99
George Benson —
Good King Bad ... LP CTI, 1975. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Sweet 70s funk from George Benson – an album that's a bit smoother than some of his earlier work, but still free from the commercial polish of his later hits! Maestro David Matthews is at the helm for this session – and most numbers have a full backing from players who include some of ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear.)
CTI, 1975. Near Mint- ... $11.99
Unusual work from the great George Benson – a wonderful session that was recorded by CTI during George's classic years for the label – but issued only briefly a number of years later, and slightly lost amongst the rest of his catalog! The material's great, though – and has George ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
George Benson —
Pacific Fire ... CD CTI/King (Japan), 1975. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Unusual work from the great George Benson – a wonderful session that was recorded by CTI during George's classic years for the label – but issued only briefly a number of years later, and slightly lost amongst the rest of his catalog! The material's great, though – and has George ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Pacific Fire ... LP 11.99(Part of the CTI 50th Anniversary Special Collection!)
George Benson —
Shape Of Things To Come ... CD CTI/A&M, 1968. Used ... $6.99
Excellent funky George Benson – mellow grooving, never too over the top, but with a fantastic mellow groove that really points the way ahead to the CTI sound of the 70s! We'd dare say that this is Benson's best from the early solo years of the late 60s – and the record's got a groove ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Shape Of Things To Come ... LP 16.99(Out of print, BMG music club pressing.)
CTI/A&M, 1968. Very Good+ Gatefold ... $16.99
Excellent funky George Benson – mellow grooving, never too over the top, but with a fantastic mellow groove that really points the way ahead to the CTI sound of the 70s! We'd dare say that this is Benson's best from the early solo years of the late 60s – and the record's got a groove ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Shape Of Things To Come ... CD 6.99(Original gatefold pressing. Cover has light wear.)
CTI, 1978. Near Mint- Gatefold ... $4.99
An unusual assortment of work from the great George Benson – pulled together from other sessions for CTI Records – featuring one studio track, and four more live numbers! The studio tune is George's take on the Stax Records classic "Hold On I'm Coming" – which Benson ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear.)
A&M/CTI, 1969. Very Good+ ... $7.99
An early George Benson groover from the A&M years of CTI – a set that's quite different than his famous 70s sets, with a really unique sound overall! The arrangements here are by Latin Soul maestro Marty Sheller – who brings some of the vibe to the set that he brought to his 60s ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Grey label pressing. Cover has ring & edge wear.)
George Benson & Joe Farrell —
Benson & Farrell ... LP CTI, 1976. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A genius pairing of two top CTI Records talents in the 70s – the sweet guitar of George Benson and the amazing reed talents of Joe Farrell – both players who recorded in very different modes for the label, and who come out here sounding even more different when working together! There's ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
CTI (Japan), 1971. Used ... $6.99
A stone classic from Kenny Burrell – a record that brought the guitarist to a whole new audience, with a wonderful sound that's a perfect summation of CTI at its best! The vibe here is perfect – spare, airy guitar lines from Burrell – playing with a freer style than usual, ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print. Tray card has a small, light stain in one corner.)
CTI (Japan), 1974. New Copy ... $9.99
One of the massive Ron Carter albums from the mid 70s – and a set of 4 open-ended modal tracks that hit a similar Latin/but not Latin approach as the tracks on Coltrane's great Ole album. The group's a small one – featuring Carter on bass, Billy Cobham on drums, Jay Berliner on guitar, ... (Jazz) read more CD
CTI, 1975. Very Good+ Gatefold ... Just Sold Out!
One of the massive Ron Carter albums from the mid 70s – and a set of 4 open-ended modal tracks that hit a similar Latin/but not Latin approach as the tracks on Coltrane's great Ole album. The group's a small one – featuring Carter on bass, Billy Cobham on drums, Jay Berliner on guitar, ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Spanish Blue ... CD 9.99(Cover has a cutout hole, a promo sticker, and initials in marker.)
CTI/King (Japan), 1972. New Copy 2CD ... $18.99
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
(Part of the CTI 50th Anniversary Special Collection!)
CTI All Stars —
CTI Summer Jazz At The Hollywood Bowl Vol 3 ... LP CTI, 1972. Very Good Gatefold ... $6.99
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 light wear.)
Deodato —
Deodato 2 (CBS pressing) ... CD CTI, 1973. Used ... 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 CD
Deodato —
Deodato In Concert – Live At The Felt Forum ... CD CTI/King (Japan), 1974. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
An excellent little live set from Deodato – hard to believe because the sound's just as tight and funky as his studio albums, and possibly even more interesting because he manages to pull it off equally well in a live setting! The record features percussion by Airto, guitar by John Tropea, ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Deodato In Concert – Live At The Felt Forum ... LP 11.99(Part of the CTI 50th Anniversary Special Collection!)
Deodato —
Prelude ... LP CTI, Early 70s. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
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 – where his sophisticated charts were already enough to make his career a landmark – but in the following ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
CTI/Vocalion (UK), 1972/1973. New Copy ... $18.99
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!)
CTI, 1974. Near Mint- ... $11.99
An excellent little live set from Deodato – hard to believe because the sound's just as tight and funky as his studio albums, and possibly even more interesting because he manages to pull it off equally well in a live setting! The record features percussion by Airto, guitar by John Tropea, ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Quadraphoic pressing. Cover has a cut corner.)
Paul Desmond —
From The Hot Afternoon ... CD A&M/CTI, 1969. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Incredible stuff – and a record that grows more and more important to us over the years! Desmond's best known as the icy alto behind Dave Brubeck's big records of the 50s, but by this point in his career, he'd developed a keen interest in Brazilian music – and was working at a level ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
CTI, 1974. Near Mint- Gatefold ... $14.99
An album of sublime understatement from alto genius Paul Desmond! Desmond was one of the few players who resisted the lure of the 70s electric CTI sound – and stuck pretty much in his usual bag of easy-going grooves, blowing alto with effortless ease, working here with a quartet that ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Includes the CTI inner sleeve. Cover has a cut corner and a small gloss bubble at the top left corner.)
CTI, 1970. Very Good Gatefold ... $14.99
A brilliant return to Montreux from Bill Evans – working here with a trio that includes some killer bass work by Eddie Gomez! The set's an acoustic one – despite its appearance on electric powerhouse CTI – but Evans' work on the piano has an electricity that's all its own, ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
CTI (Japan), 1977. Very Good+ Gatefold ... $58.99
A great set of mellow jazz tracks, played by one of the worlds most underrated and understated trumpet players. He's joined here by Jackie McLean, and the two of them keep it nice and mellow, in a group that features Cedar Walton, Sam Jones, and Billy Higgins. Unlike other CTI sessions, this one ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original Japanese pressing, with insert. Cover has some light wear, but is nice overall.)
CTI, 1977. Near Mint- Gatefold ... $7.99
A sweet funky album from Art Farmer– an artist we don't normally associate with 70s funk, but who does a really great job on this CTI session! Art's working here in the frontline with Yusef Lateef on reeds – another unlikely candidate for a record like this – and the pair get ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a bumped corner.)
Art Farmer with Joe Henderson —
Yama ... LP CTI, 1979. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
An obscure late 70s set from CTI – and a near-lost chapter in the career of both artists in the title! Mike Mainieri arranged and produced the set – and the album's got a sweet, warm fusion approach that's very much like his own work – using a larger group of keyboards, vibes, ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
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
Also available Big Blues ... LP 9.99(Out of print.)
CTI, 1979. Near Mint- Gatefold ... $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 LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Big Blues ... CD 9.99
Joe Farrell —
Joe Farrell Quartet ... LP CTI, 1970. Very Good+ Gatefold ... $14.99
One of Joe Farrell's first LPs as a leader – and a stellar session that's easily one of the early high points for the legendary CTI label! Farrell had been making some great noise in the underground during the late 60s – but here, he bursts forth as one heck of a soulful cat – ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Green label pressing. Cover has some light moisture stains along the bottom seam.)
CTI, 1972. Used ... $3.99
One of the best records ever cut by funky sax man Joe Farrell! The album's got a stripped down, choppy groove – virtually the blueprint for later 70s funk of this type, and played perfectly by Farrell and a very hip quartet lineup! Players include Joe on soprano and tenor sax, Herbie ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print. Booklet is clean but wavy from moisture.)
CTI, 1973. Very Good+ Gatefold ... $16.99
One of the best records ever cut by funky sax man Joe Farrell! The album's got a stripped down, choppy groove – virtually the blueprint for later 70s funk of this type, and played perfectly by Farrell and a very hip quartet lineup! Players include Joe on soprano and tenor sax, Herbie ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear.)
CTI, 1971. Near Mint- Gatefold ... $29.99
A killer set from Joe Farrell – one of the 70s greatest reed players, and an always-exciting talent who was one of the first artists to really use the extended CTI format to break into a whole new level! The set's a drawn-out quintet side, with Chick Corea on electric piano, Buster Williams ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original pressing with Van Gelder stamp. Cover has some surface wear.)
Joe Farrell —
Penny Arcade ... LP CTI, 1973. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
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 LP, Vinyl record album
Joe Farrell —
Upon This Rock ... LP CTI, 1974. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Massive music from funky reedman Joe Farrell – quite possibly our favorite of his legendary 70s run for CTI – and that's saying a lot, given how great those records are! There's a lean, edgey groove to the set that's totally great – a lot more bite than usual for CTI, thanks to ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(With CTI inner sleeve.)
CTI/Music Masters, 1980/1981. Used ... $3.99
CTI, 1975. Used ... $4.99
One of Jim Hall's most compelling albums from the 70s – a mix of lightly swinging tunes and more complicated numbers, recorded with some of his best partners from earlier years! Chet Baker is on trumpet, Paul Desmond is on alto sax – and the rest of the group includes Ron Carter bass, ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Early CBS pressing.)
Jim Hall —
Concierto ... LP CTI, 1975. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
One of Jim Hall's most compelling albums from the 70s – a mix of lightly swinging tunes and more complicated numbers, recorded with some of his best partners from earlier years! Chet Baker is on trumpet, Paul Desmond is on alto sax – and the rest of the group includes Ron Carter bass, ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Concierto ... CD 4.99(Original pressing with Van Gelder stamp, including the CTI inner sleeve.)
CTI, 1971. Used ... $4.99
A massive groover from the great Johnny Hammond – the famous 60s organist from the soul jazz scene, getting a whole new sound for the 70s here on the CTI label! Johnny was always one of those players who was ready to try something new – and the open, extended format of the label really ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Allan Holdsworth —
Velvet Darkness ... LP CTI, 1976. Near Mint- Gatefold ... $14.99
One of the most hard-jamming albums ever recorded for CTI – and a memorable set from British jazz rock guitarist Allan Holdsworth! The approach here is quite different than on the usual CTI set – really dominated by the guitar, and featuring tunes that take off on free flights of fancy ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Freddie Hubbard —
Baddest Hubbard ... LP CTI, Early 70s. Very Good Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
Baddest Hubbard or goodest Hubbard – whatever you prefer, the set's a great sampling of Freddie's incredible work for the CTI label during the early 70s! The album only features 4 tracks, but for CTI, Freddie was cutting them so long, that's the only way you could go – as his ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has some corner wear.)
CTI, 1972. Very Good+ Gatefold ... $9.99
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 LP, Vinyl record album
(Original pressing, with Van Gelder stamp. Cover has light wear.)
CTI, Early 70s. Very Good Gatefold ... $9.99
Freddie Hubbard at the peak of his 70s powers – and one of his finest albums of the decade! The record follows strongly in the tone that Freddie set at CTI on his mighty Red Clay and Sky Dive sets – long, drawn out tracks – done with lots of electricity in the rhythms, and a very ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has aging, light wear, and a name in marker.)
CTI, 1975. Very Good+ Gatefold ... $7.99
Warm and wonderful work from Freddie Hubbard – a killer of an album recorded for CTI, and one of his most soulful efforts for the label! The album's got a bit more of a human heart than some of the more cosmic sessions Freddie cut at the time – a bit more contemplative and ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a gloss bubble in one corner.)
Freddie Hubbard —
Red Clay ... LP CTI, 1970. Near Mint- Gatefold ... $44.99
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 LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Red Clay (with bonus track) ... CD 5.99(Green label pressing with Van Gelder stamp.)
Freddie Hubbard —
Red Clay (with bonus track) ... CD CTI, 1970. Used ... $5.99
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
Also available Red Clay ... LP 44.99(Out of print 1990 pressing with different bonus track than current version.)
Freddie Hubbard —
Sky Dive ... LP CTI, 1972. Near Mint- Gatefold ... $24.99
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 LP, Vinyl record album
(Original pressing with Van Gelder stamp, including the CTI inner sleeve.)
Freddie Hubbard —
Straight Life ... LP CTI, 1970. Very Good Gatefold ... $9.99
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 LP, Vinyl record album
(CTI 8000 series pressing in a alternate cover.)
CTI, 1974. Very Good+ Gatefold ... $9.99
A sublime bit of electric funk in concert – proof that the CTI approach was always a great one, even out of the studio! The record features 2 long tracks – album-side versions of "Povo" and "Gilbraltar", both done in the best format of Hubbard's strongest CTI work, ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has surface wear.)
Freddie Hubbard, Stanley Turrentine, & Herbie Hancock —
In Concert Vol 2 ... LP CTI, 1974. Near Mint- Gatefold ... $7.99
A sublime live moment from the CTI scene of the 70s – an album that brings together some of the label's best lead players, into a special live supergroup that stretches out in a mighty nice way! In case you ever though the CTI genius came from the studio production of Creed Taylor, think ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
CTI (Japan), 1972. Used ... $9.99
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, includes obi.)
CTI, 1972. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Just Sold Out!
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 LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Time & Love ... CD 9.99
Jackie & Roy —
Wilder Alias ... LP CTI, 1974. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Jackie & Roy are definitely getting bit wilder here – hitting an electric early 70s CTI mode, and really growing a lot in the process! The session has the vocal pair working with CTI players who include Hubert Laws on flute, Joe Farrell on saxes, Roy Pennington on vibes, and Steve Gadd ... (Vocalists) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear.)
CTI, 1973. Near Mint- Gatefold ... $7.99
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 LP, Vinyl record album
CTI, 1983. Near Mint- ... $2.99
A smooth set of keyboard instrumentals built around Bob James' famous theme to the TV show Taxi – also known as "Angela", and probably the way that most mainstream folks know Bob's work! And although that track was plenty famous, it's still a really great number that echoes out ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear.)
CTI, 1974. Used ... $5.99
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 CD
CTI, 1976. Very Good ... $9.99
Dark genius from keyboardist Bob James – one of his seminal 70s classics for CTI! The album follows strongly in the spirit of the records One and Two – using James' spacious approach to Fender Rhodes alongside some backings that are electric, yet have an earthily funky quality that ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original gatefold pressing, with CTI inner sleeve.)
Bob James —
Two ... CD CTI/Warner, 1975. Used ... $7.99
A monster – and quite possibly one of the greatest Fender Rhodes albums of all time! Bob James is really at the height of his powers here – stepping out with a sound that's a lot smoother than some of his earlier work, yet in a groove that's never too slick or too overproduced – ... (Jazz) read more CD
Bob James —
Two ... LP CTI, 1975. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A monster – and quite possibly one of the greatest Fender Rhodes albums of all time! Bob James is really at the height of his powers here – stepping out with a sound that's a lot smoother than some of his earlier work, yet in a groove that's never too slick or too overproduced – ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Two ... CD 7.99
CTI, 1979. Sealed Gatefold ... $7.99
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 —
Stone Flower ... LP CTI, 1970. New Copy (reissue)... Out Of Stock
One of Antonio Carlos Jobim's greatest records – and a perfect blend of his subtle bossa genius with the moody electric sound of CTI! Jobim plays electric and acoustic piano, guitar, and sings a bit – and Deodato handled the arrangements with a breezy brilliance that matches all the ... (Brazil) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Antonio Carlos Jobim —
Tide (with bonus tracks) ... CD A&M/CTI, 1970. Used ... $8.99
An incredible record – from the first off-key note to the last! The album's filled with some wonderfully moody LA studio sounds, arranged by Deodato, and a has a great swirling mix of sound that weaves around Jobim's lofty guitar and piano beautifully – complex, but still with the airy ... (Brazil) read more CD
Antonio Carlos Jobim —
Tide/CTI/BGO (UK), Early 70s. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
A pair of CTI records gems from Antonio Carlos Jobim – back to back on a single CD! First up is Tide – an incredible record from the first off-key note to the last! The album's filled with some wonderfully moody LA studio sounds, arranged by Deodato, and a has a great swirling mix of ... (Brazil) read more CD
Quincy Jones —
Walking In Space ... CD CTI/A&M, 1969. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
One of the greatest Quincy Jones albums of all time! The record's a spacey jazz masterpiece – and it combine's Quincy's soulful soundtrack vision with the excellent production talents of Creed Taylor, for a monster album of long drawn out cuts that mix soul jazz with more sophisticated ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Verve pressing, cover image varies slightly.)
Hubert Laws —
Afro-Classic ... LP CTI, 1970. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
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
(Tan label Canadian pressing with Van Gelder stamp.)
CTI, 1973. Very Good+ Gatefold ... $2.99
Maybe some of the coolest music ever recorded at Carnegie Hall – a wonderful venue that's perfect for the blend of soul and space of the CTI Records years of Hubert Laws! Laws' lead lines on flute really stretch out beautifully in the setting – given ample room to roam amidst a lineup ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a sticker remnant.)
CTI, 1975. Very Good Gatefold ... $2.99
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
Hubert Laws —
In The Beginning ... LP CTI, 1974. Near Mint- 2LP Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Moody work from one of the most groundbreaking flute players of the 70s – and a real standout in the legendary catalog of CTI Records! Hubert Laws was not only richly talented, but he was also capable of a large number of styles – and this double-length set for CTI has him moving past ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original gatefold pressing.)
Hubert Laws —
Morning Star ... LP CTI, 1972. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
One of the most sublime Hubert Laws albums for CTI – a set that features his incredibly soulful flute work floating over these beautiful large arrangements by Don Sebesky – all ticked by some sweet electric piano from Bob James! The sound is perfect – that balance of soul and ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
CTI/BGO (UK), 1973/1975. New Copy 2CD ... $14.99
CTI, 1971. Very Good Gatefold ... $2.99
A groundbreaking record from flautist Hubert Laws – a mixture of classical themes and jazz, handled with an airy CTI approach – and set to arrangements by Don Sebesky that are simply mindblowing! The album's a wonderful example of the way that CTI really pushed the boundaries of ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original gatefold pressing. Cover has some gloss peeling.)
CTI, 1976. Used ... $6.99
Really wonderful work from Hubert Laws – maybe one of his greatest albums for CTI! The record has a laidback feel that's similar to most of Laws' other work for the label, but somehow the live setting also brings out a bit more edge – and gives the record a gently funky groove that's ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Hubert Laws —
San Francisco Concert ... LP CTI, 1976. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Really wonderful work from Hubert Laws – maybe one of his greatest albums for CTI! The record has a laidback feel that's similar to most of Laws' other work for the label, but somehow the live setting also brings out a bit more edge – and gives the record a gently funky groove that's ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available San Francisco Concert ... CD 6.99
Hubert Laws —
Then There Was Light Vol 1 (aka In The Beginning) ... LP CTI, 1974. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Just Sold Out!
Moody work from one of the most groundbreaking flute players of the 70s – and a real standout in the legendary catalog of CTI Records! Hubert Laws was not only richly talented, but he was also capable of a large number of styles – and this double-length set for CTI has him moving past ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
CTI/BGO (UK), 1974/1976. New Copy 2CD ... $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
CTI/Metronome, 1971. Very Good Gatefold ... $6.99
Nice work by this Swedish flautist – recorded in a real CTI mode, with backing by electric piano, fender bass, and odd percussion instruments. The sound varies between cuts, as some of the band drops out, then comes back in to fill up the sound, but the whole thing is a great electric "s ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(US pressing.)
David Matthews —
Dune ... LP CTI, 1977. Near Mint- ... $24.99
One of the coolest, grooviest albums we've ever heard from arranger David Matthews – a set that draws inspiration from Frank Herbert's Dune, and sends Dave out into space with a whole bunch of sci fi-tinged funky numbers! Matthews has already had plenty of CTI arranging experience by the ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Still in the shrink with hype sticker, including the CTI inner sleeve.)
Wes Montgomery —
Day In The Life ... LP CTI/A&M, 1967. Very Good+ Gatefold ... $9.99
Mindblowing! This is when Wes Montgomery really starts to get interesting to us – when he's working with a top-line arranger like Don Sebesky, crafting some incredibly compelling chords over lightly jazzy arrangements and soaring strings, in a whole new mode of expression that would go onto ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has some aging and a sticker in the top right.)
Wes Montgomery —
Day In The Life ... CD CTI/A&M, 1967. Used ... Out Of Stock
Mindblowing! This is when Wes Montgomery really starts to get interesting to us – when he's working with a top-line arranger like Don Sebesky, crafting some incredibly compelling chords over lightly jazzy arrangements and soaring strings, in a whole new mode of expression that would go onto ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Day In The Life ... LP 9.99
CTI/A&M, 1968. Very Good Gatefold ... $8.99
Super-dope work from the great Wes Montgomery – set to excellent early CTI arrangements from Don Sebesky and Deodato! The groove is nice and airy – with Wes' guitar floating over the top, yet still present enough to ring out loud and clear on all the tightly plucked notes – and ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Tan label pressing in a matte cover.)
Wes Montgomery —
Down Here On The Ground ... CD CTI/A&M, 1968. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Super-dope work from the great Wes Montgomery – set to excellent early CTI arrangements from Don Sebesky and Deodato! The groove is nice and airy – with Wes' guitar floating over the top, yet still present enough to ring out loud and clear on all the tightly plucked notes – and ... (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
Gerry Mulligan & Chet Baker —
Carnegie Hall Concert Volume 1 ... LP CTI, 1974. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
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
Seawind —
Seawind (1976 – CTI) ... LP CTI, 1976. Very Good Gatefold ... Just Sold Out!
The first album from Seawind – and a killer batch of jazzy soul tracks all the way through! The set's easily one of the hippest to come out on CTI in the 70s, although with the record's strong use of vocals, it also feels a bit more like some of the work coming out on Fantasy at the time ... (Soul) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear.)
Gabor Szabo —
Rambler ... CD CTI/King (Japan), 1973. New Copy ... Temporarily 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!)
Tamba 4 —
Samba Blim ... CD CTI/A&M (Japan), 1968. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
An incredible album by the Tamba 4 – one of 2 albums the Brazilian bossa combo did in the US for A&M Records, during the brief time when they were expanded to a quartet from the original Tamba Trio lineup! The set is completely sublime – a wonderful mix of the group's trademark ... (Brazil) read more CD
(Part of the Bossa Nova 60th Celebration series!)
CTI/King (Japan), 1970. New Copy ... $9.99
Hard and heavy funky jazz from west coast tenorist Fats Theus – and one of the rarest albums on CTI! This one differs strongly from the label's smoother electric output – as it's got the rough n ready feel of a classic Prestige jazz funk session – lots more soul jazz grit around ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Blu-Spec CD pressing!)
CTI, 1972. Near Mint- Gatefold ... $14.99
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
CTI/BGO (UK), Early 70s. New Copy 2CD ... $14.99
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 (UK), 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.)
