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Joe Beck —
Beck ... LP 
Kudu, 1975. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
A great little Kudu set from guitarist Joe Beck – a player who's sounding a lot tighter here than some of his odd psychedelic experiments of the 60s – but still pretty darn great overall! The style is smooth, as you'd expect from Kudu, but Joe's still got plenty of edges in his guitar ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Kudu/King (Japan), 1975. Used ... $14.99 18.99
Ron Carter gets sweet and funky on this 70s classic for Kudu Records – a set that's a fair bit different than some of Carter's acoustic trio sides of the decade, or some of his more high-concept work in recent years! The approach here is free and flowing – larger arrangements penned by ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print, includes obi.)
Ron Carter —
Anything Goes ... LP Kudu, 1975. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Ron Carter gets sweet and funky on this 70s classic for Kudu Records – a set that's a fair bit different than some of Carter's acoustic trio sides of the decade, or some of his more high-concept work in recent years! The approach here is free and flowing – larger arrangements penned by ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Anything Goes ... CD 14.99
Kudu, 1978. Near Mint- ... $3.99
Hank Crawford comes across here as much as a soul star as a jazz musician – as he sings on half the album's tracks, and delivers his trademark alto solos throughout! The album's got a similar vibe to some of Crawford's other CTI/Kudu material of the 70s – but the presence of vocals ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Hank Crawford —
Don't You Worry Bout A Thing ... LP Kudu, 1974. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Sweet soulful jazz from reedman Hank Crawford – one of his killer Kudu sessions from the 70s – all of which really helped Hank redefine his sound! The setting here is large and full – put together beautifully by Bob James, with that sense of space for the soloist that makes his ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Hank Crawford —
Hank Crawford's Back ... LP Kudu, 1977. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Hank Crawford turns his back on the cover of this sweet little set from Kudu – but the groove itself is very upfront, strongly in the best mix of funky jazz and club the label had going down into the late 70s! Arrangements are by David Matthews, who keeps things lean and mean, even when the ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has faint ring wear and rounded corners.)
Hank Crawford —
Help Me Make It Through The Night ... LP Kudu, 1971. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
One of Hank Crawford's first big records of the 70s – a really great set that helps him shake off some of his stock modes of the 60s and find a very different groove! A big part of the album is arranger Don Sebesky, who gives Hank a backdrop that's sophisticated and smooth, yet still pretty ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Hank Crawford —
I Hear A Symphony ... LP Kudu, 1975. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Not really a symphony, but a great album that features the soulful alto sax of Hank Crawford blowing over some rich larger backings from David Matthews – all with a sweetly funky Kudu sound! The style's a bit more polished than some of the other Kudu sessions of the time – almost a bit ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Hank Crawford —
Tico Rico ... LP Kudu, 1976. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Hank Crawford's always been a great saxophonist – but he's also one that sometimes works even more strongly in a bigger group setting – as you'll hear on this 70s Kudu session with funky arranger David Matthews! Dave takes the groove forward from the sound that Hank sometimes had back ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Hank Crawford —
We Got A Good Thing Going ... CD Kudu, 1972. Used ... Out Of Stock
Early CTI/Kudu material from alto legend Hank Crawford – part of a strong 70s run that helped him find a whole new audience for his soulful sound! Crawford got his start with Ray Charles, and cut some classic albums for Atlantic in the 60s – but during the 70s, his sound really warmed ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print original US pressing.)
Kudu, 1973. Near Mint- ... $16.99
A sweet bit of electric funk, and one of Hank Crawford's greatest records from the 70s – thanks in large part to the great Bob James – who arranged and produced the record with a mighty soulful vibe – leaving Hank lots of room to solo on his own over the top! The groove is really ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Wildflower ... CD 6.99(Cover has tape remnants on the opening, but looks nice overall.)
Kudu, 1976. Near Mint- ... $19.99
Quite an unusual album from Grant Green – a record that's quite different than his earlier records for Blue Note, but still pretty darn great overall! Grant's working here in a large group – Kudu style – with arrangements by David Matthews, but a sound that's still pretty lean ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear and a cut corner.)
Johnny Hammond —
Breakout ... LP Kudu, 1971. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
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 LP, Vinyl record album
Johnny Hammond —
Higher Ground ... LP Kudu, 1973. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Massive work from Johnny Hammond – stretching out here in some totally jamming grooves that really transform his style for the 70s! The sound here is a lot hipper and tighter than some of Hammond's more rough-edged soul jazz of the 60s – a groove that's a great precursor to his more ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Kudu/Music On Vinyl (Netherlands), 1975. New Copy (reissue)... $42.99 44.99 On March 3, 2023
A surprising jazz funk stunner from drummer Idris Muhammad – part of his great second chapter of work for CTI in the 70s! Idris is working here in a style that's very different than his heavy-footed funky work on Prestige and Blue Note – and while it's easy to criticize him for not ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
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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 ... Just Sold Out!
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(2002 pressing.)
Idris Muhammad —
Power Of Soul ... LP Kudu, 1974. Very Good ... 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 LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Power Of Soul ... CD 4.99(Original pressing with Van Gelder stamp. Cover has light ring impressions, tiny seam splits, and a small Motown sticker in back.)
Kudu/Soul Brother (UK), 1977. New Copy (reissue)... $26.99 29.99
A great late 70s chapter in the career of funky drummer Idris Muhammad – moving into very different territory here than his early soul jazz with Lou Donaldson, and even his earliest solo material too! David Matthews arranged the tracks, and he's given them a slick but soulful sound, with lots ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Kudu/Reel Music, 1972. New Copy ... $8.99 15.98
One of the deepest soul sets from Esther Phillips' 70s years on Kudu Records – a set with some nicely gritty grooves and a surprisingly earthy feel at times – especially when compared to some of her other albums of the time! Backings are by James Brown's old reedman, Pee Wee Ellis ... (Soul) read more CD
Esther Phillips —
Alone Again, Naturally ... LP Kudu, 1972. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
One of the deepest soul sets from Esther Phillips' 70s years on Kudu Records – a set with some nicely gritty grooves and a surprisingly earthy feel at times – especially when compared to some of her other albums of the time! Backings are by James Brown's old reedman, Pee Wee Ellis ... (Soul) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Alone Again, Naturally ... CD 8.99(Cover has light edge wear, spot of sticker removal.)
Kudu, 1976. Near Mint- ... $7.99
A pretty amazing set from Esther Phillips – her final album for Kudu – and a beautiful mix of soaring soul sounds from one the most unique, emotionally-inflected soul vocalists of her era! Esther's in prime Kudu mode here – working with jazzy arrangements by David Matthews and ... (Soul) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a cutout hole, unglued top seam, some ring and edge wear, bent corner, bumped corners, and small sticker spot.)
Esther Phillips —
Esther Phillips w/Kudu, 1975. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
One of Esther Phillips' biggest comeback albums from the 70s – a classic set that takes her deeply soulful vocal approach, and sets it to some sweet jazz funk backings – served up by guitarist Joe Beck, who almost gets equal credit on the album cover! The rest of the lineup is equally ... (Soul) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Kudu, 1975. Near Mint- ... $4.99
Smooth and sophisticated grooving from Esther Phillips – a record that really has her shaking off the rag-tag and rootsy modes of earlier years, and gliding sweetly into the mainstream! Phillips' vocals are still as soulful and compelling as ever, but the backings are quite full – ... (Soul) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a cutout hole.)
Esther Phillips —
From A Whisper To A Scream (plus bonus tracks) ... CD Kudu/CBS, 1971. Used ... Out Of Stock
One of our favorite-ever albums from Esther Phillips – an album that really helped her transform her sound for the 70s! The approach here is a lot more jazzy than before – served up with a good dose of funk, thanks to arrangements from Pee Wee Ellis – fresh from his work with ... (Soul) read more CD
Kudu, 1974. Very Good+ ... $2.99 4.99
Not a live album – as you might think from the title – but a tight batch of tunes that shows the full funk and soul talents of the legendary Esther Phillips! The album's got a nicely dark undercurrent at times – a sound that's not as smooth as some of Esther's other Kudu albums ... (Soul) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(White label promo. Cover has light edge wear, faint ring wear.)
Phil Upchurch & Tennyson Stephens —
Upchurch & Tennyson ... LP Kudu, 1975. Very Good ... Out Of Stock
One of the most soulful albums ever recorded for the Kudu label – and one of the few full LP releases to feature vocal work by Chicago soul singer Tennyson Stephens! Tennyson's working here with Phil Upchurch, the legendary Chicago guitar player whose talents graced countless soul, jazz, and ... (Soul) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Phil Upchurch & Tennyson Stephens —
Upchurch & Tennyson (with bonus tracks) ... CD Kudu/CTI (UK), 1975. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
One of the most soulful albums ever recorded for the Kudu label – and one of the few full LP releases to feature vocal work by Chicago soul singer Tennyson Stephens! Tennyson's working here with Phil Upchurch, the legendary Chicago guitar player whose talents graced countless soul, jazz, and ... (Soul) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Grover Washington Jr —
All The King's Horses ... LP Kudu, 1972. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
One of Grover Washington's first albums as a leader – cut hot on the heels of some great work as a sideman, including some key funky dates with Charles Earland on Prestige! The sound here is a bit looser than some of Groover's smoother sides to come – a nice blend of his earthy jazz ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original pressing with Van Gelder stamp.)
Grover Washington Jr —
Feels So Good ... LP Kudu, 1975. Near Mint- ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
An incredible batch of electric funk from Grover Washington Jr – easily one of his best albums ever! The record really picks up from the sweet CTI sound of the 70s – taking Bob James arrangements with a lot of space and electric keyboards, and letting Groover blow some wonderfully ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a cut corner, promo sticker. Back cover paste-on is lightly unglued at the top.)
Grover Washington Jr —
Inner City Blues ... LP Kudu, 1972. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Sweet funky jazz from Grover Washington – an early standout session from his classic years on Kudu Records, put together with hip arrangements from the mighty Bob James! The record's got the same spacious sense of grooving as James' first few for CTI – a style that's funky fusion, but ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original pressing with Van Gelder stamp.)
Grover Washington Jr —
Live At The Bijou ... LP Kudu, 1977. Very Good+ 2LP Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A totally great Grover Washington record – and with 25 years behind us, we really now realize how fantastic all the early Kudu sessions really were! The record was recorded live at the Bijou, and is spread out over 2 long LPs, with lots of room for tasty open-ended solos by Grover and the ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Kudu, 1974. Very Good+ ... $9.99
Pure dark magic from Grover Washington – a record that was a megahit back in the 70s, but which still sounds amazing many decades later! There's a sound here that's completely sublime – and the album is to Grover's career what the first 2 CTI sets by Bob James were to his – a ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Mister Magic (Mo Jazz pressing) ... CD 5.99(Cover has a name in pen.)
Grover Washington Jr —
Soul Box (2LP Box Set) ... LP Kudu, 1973. Near Mint- 2LP Box Set ... Out Of Stock
One of the richest albums from the Kudu years of Grover Washington – a double-length set that shows the full range of his soul and imagination! The album was done in collaboration with Bob James – who arranged and conducted all tracks, and also plays keyboards on the date – and ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Box has light wear.)
Grover Washington Jr —
Soul Box Vol 2 ... LP Kudu, 1973. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
One of the richest albums from the Kudu years of Grover Washington – a double-length set that shows the full range of his soul and imagination! The album was done in collaboration with Bob James – who arranged and conducted all tracks, and also plays keyboards on the date – and ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
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