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Mode/Muzak (Japan), 1957. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
An obscure late 50s gem from Pepper – a stripped-down quartet session that has him blowing in a very open-ended mode – quite a difference from some of his more tightly arranged sets! The feel's a bit like Pepper's work with Donald Byrd, but even more openly swinging – played by a ... (Jazz) read more CD
Airto —
Natural Feelings ... CD Buddah/Muzak (Japan), 1970. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
One of Airto's best albums ever – and one that we never tire of hearing! There's a sublime quality here that steps perfectly right off of the percussionist's groundbreaking work with Quarteto Novo! Airto's joined on this set by Hermeto Pascoal – also from the Quarteto Novo group ... (Brazil) read more CD
Laurie Allyn —
Paradise (Japanese pressing) ... CD Mode/Muzak (Japan), 1957. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Brilliant work by a singer we know little about – but who really sparkles on this session! Singer Laurie Allyn was making something of a name for herself on the Chicago scene of the mid 50s when she was courted by Mode Records, and brought to LA for this rare studio session – but ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Gryphon/Muzak (Japan), 1980. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
The trumpet of Franco Ambrosetti meets the orchestrations of Don Sebesky – and the result is a wonderful batch of tracks that take us back to some of Don's best work of the late 60s! Ambrosetti's got a beautifully evocative tone on his horn here – and he's supported by a cast that ... (Jazz) read more CD
Art Ensemble Of Chicago —
Spiritual (Japanese paper sleeve edition – with bonus track) ... CD Freedom/Muzak (Japan), 1969. New Copy ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Freedom/Muzak (Japan), 1964. New Copy (reissue)... $14.99 59.99
Pre-ESP Records work from the legendary Albert Ayler – and a really special set that definitely shows his strong ties to a previous legacy of African-American music! Ayler always clamed blues and other roots in his sound, but didn't always show them as clearly – given his free-thinking ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Heavy Japanese pressing – with obi!)
Albert Ayler —
My Name Is Albert Ayler ... CD Debut/Muzak (Japan), 1963. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
A key early album by Albert Ayler – a mindblowing record even all these many years later, and a key introduction of Ayler's music to the rest of the world! The set begins with a compelling spoken introduction from Albert – really taking the time to introduce himself and his new ... (Jazz) read more CD
Albert Ayler —
Spirits (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Debut/Muzak (Japan), 1964. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Only the second album ever recorded by Albert Ayler, but a tremendous statement of music that clearly marks the tenorist as one of the most important jazz talents of the 60s! The set was recorded in New York, and only ever got initial exposure overseas – but has grown to become one of the ... (Jazz) read more CD
Dave Bailey —
Bash! (Japanese paper sleeve edition – with bonus tracks) ... CD Jazztime/Muzak (Japan), 1961. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Dave Bailey —
Reaching Out (Japanese paper sleeve edition – with bonus tracks) ... CD Jazztime/Muzak (Japan), 1961. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
An incredible album from drummer Dave Bailey – a set that's almost better than his classic early 60s sets for Epic! Like those records, this one's a rock-solid session that's right up there with the best Blue Note work of the time – perfectly put together, with a sense of poise, ... (Jazz) read more CD
(HQ – Hi Quality CD pressing!)
Gato Barbieri & Dollar Brand —
Hamba Khale (aka Confluence) (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Freedom/Muzak (Japan), 1968. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Two jazz giants of the 70s come together on this rare Italian recording from the late 60s – South African pianist Dollar Brand (Abdulla Ibrahim) and Argentine tenorist Gato Barbieri – both working here in spare duo formation, with edges that are a fair bit sharper than most of their ... (Jazz) read more CD
PM/Muzak (Japan), 1975. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
Paul Bley —
Touching (with bonus track) (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Freedom/Muzak (Japan), 1965. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Rocky Boyd —
Ease It – Introducing The Rocky Boyd Quintet (Japanese paper sleeve edition – with bonus tracks) ... CD Jazztime/Muzak (Japan), 1961. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
The only full album ever issued by tenor player Rocky Boyd – but a set so great, it's definitely made a name for him over the years! Boyd's got a wonderful tone on the set – sharp and soulful, with an approach to the tenor that almost reminds us of early 60s Jackie McLean – ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Ease It – Introducing The Rocky Boyd Quintet ... CD 16.99
Bobbi Boyle —
Bobby Boyle Sings (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Encino/Muzak (Japan), 1970. New Copy Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A really beautiful album from singer Bobbi Boyle – the kind of local jazz singer who never fully got her due, but didn't let a lack of fame stop her from giving her all! The set's got this amazingly intimate sound – mostly just Bobbi's piano or vibes, with guitar and bass in the ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Bobbi Boyle —
No Love Song – Forgotten Session Tapes ... CD Muzak (Japan), Late 60s. New Copy ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A really fantastic collection of never-heard work from the groovy singer Bobbi Boyle – a vocalist who worked on the west coast club scene in the late 60s and early 70s, but only issued two rare albums at the time! The work here is maybe even better than the work on those great sets – ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Bobbi Boyle & The Trio —
Day In The Life (Japanese paper sleeve edition – with bonus tracks) ... CD Encino/Muzak (Japan), 1967. New Copy Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A really charming little set from vocalist Bobbi Boyle – a singer in Encino during the late 60s, working here with a great mix of jazz, bossa, and all things groovy! The album's almost a Sunshine Pop take on jazz vocals – one that has Bobbi singing with a sweet small combo, and ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Dollar Brand —
Anatomy Of A South African Village (Japanese paper sleeve edition – with bonus tracks) ... CD Freedom/Muzak (Japan), 1965. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Tremendous early work from South African pianist Dollar Brand (aka Abdullah Ibrahim) – exactly the kind of sounds that set him apart from so many other musicians at the time, and which brought him great attention on the European scene of the 60s! The tunes are long and open – strongly ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Part of the "Freedom Paper Sleeve Collection" series!)
Anthony Braxton —
Freedom Years (Complete Braxton/Freedom/Muzak (Japan), 1969/1971/1976. New Copy 2CD Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A trio of fantastic recordings from Anthony Braxton – all of them at a pivotal time in his career, and each with his reed work in a very different setting! First up is the double-length album The Complete Braxton – a record that's something of a document of Anthony Braxton during his ... (Jazz) read more CD
Anthony Braxton —
Freedom Years (Complete Braxton/Freedom/Muzak (Japan), 1969/1971/1976. Used 2CD Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A trio of fantastic recordings from Anthony Braxton – all of them at a pivotal time in his career, and each with his reed work in a very different setting! First up is the double-length album The Complete Braxton – a record that's something of a document of Anthony Braxton during his ... (Jazz) read more CD
Lincoln Briney —
Homeward Bound – The Seasons Of Simon & Garfunkel ... CD Muzak (Japan), 2016. New Copy ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A beautiful, beautiful record from Lincoln Briney – a jazz singer at heart, but one who's also got a hip underground vibe, too – a style that really takes us back to that unique 70s moment of singers like Kenny Rankin or Michael Franks at their early best! Like both of those artists, ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Storyville/Muzak (Japan), 1954. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
A great early session from trombonist Bob Brookmeyer – recorded with a light easy swing that's similar to his mid 50s work with Stan Getz, and in a format that's possibly more relaxed overall! This time around, Bob's working with Al Cohn on tenor – a nice choice for the date, and a ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Bob Brookmeyer Featuring Al Cohn (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD 28.99
Freedom/Muzak (Japan), 1967. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
Genius early work from reedman Marion Brown – an album that was originally only issued overseas, where it was recorded – as part of that legacy that's always had Brown getting a lot more attention in Europe than back at home! Yet the record's a monster that stands equally with Marion's ... (Jazz) read more CD
Mode/Muzak (Japan), 1957. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
A sweet little session of 50s vocal jazz – equally great not just for the singing by Joy Byran, but also for the arrangements by pianist Marty Paich! Paich's captured here at a great early point scoring for singers – and he gives Joy the same fluid jazzy approach that he used on the ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Clora Bryant —
Gal With A Horn (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Mode/Muzak (Japan), 1957. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
One of the most obscure albums to ever be issued on the tiny Mode label – and one that features work by the little-known female trumpeter Clora Bryant! Clora's an unusual talent for the time – and almost more of a novelty than a standout soloist – but she's also singing on the ... (Jazz) read more CD
Freedom/Muzak (Japan), 1968. New Copy Gatefold ... $8.99 24.99
A pretty great and very strange album by avant pianist Dave Burrell – and maybe one of the best-known calling cards for his unique genius on the keys! Side one features an extended tune called "West Side Story", which is basically a medley of tunes from the musical, played with a ... (Jazz) read more CD
Ann Burton —
New York State Of Mind ... CD Muzak (Japan), 1979. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Wonderfully laidback vocal work from Ann Burton – a richly talented singer who really sounds best in a setting like this! The album's got Burton working with a trio – Grady Tate on drums, Buster Williams on bass, and sweet acoustic and electric piano from Michael Renzi. Burton ... (Vocalists) read more CD
(HQ – Hi Quality CD pressing!)
Mode/Muzak (Japan), 1957. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
Arguably one of the best records cut for the short-lived Mode label in the late 50s – and easily one of the best from trumpeter Conte Candoli too! For the session, Conte front a quartet with Vince Guaraldi on piano, Monty Budwig on bass, and Stan Levey on drums – and Guaraldi's piano ... (Jazz) read more CD
Serge Chaloff —
Fable Of Mable ... CD Storyville/Muzak (Japan), 1954. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Very hip work from the Boston modern scene of the mid 50s! The album's one of Serge Chaloff's few as a leader – and is much harder to find than his more widely-issued work for Capitol – an obscure date for the Storyville label, and one that originally only circulated as a 10" LP! ... (Jazz) read more CD
John Coates Jr —
Jazz Piano Of John Coates Jr (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Omni Sound/Muzak (Japan), 1974. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Really lovely work from pianist John Coates – not the biggest name in American jazz in the 70s, but an artist who really reached a wide audience with this excellent live trio session! Coates was a player who mostly worked in eastern Pennsylvania, but was close enough to some of the bigger ... (Jazz) read more CD
Gryphon/Muzak (Japan), 1980. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
Cy Coleman's a pianist, and a singer with a very down to earth vibe – but even more than that, he's a songwriter whose skills have brimmed from Broadway to filter very strongly in the mainstream! After a strong run of work in the 60s, Coleman's talents took varied paths in the 70s – at ... (Jazz) read more CD
Ornette Coleman —
Evening With Ornette Coleman (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Freedom/Muzak (Japan), 1965. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
One of the most striking Ornette Coleman albums of the 60s – a set that came together because of an odd regulation, but which also resulted in some really wonderful music as well! The record documents a 1965 London concert by Ornette – but, in order to get a visa to visit the UK, ... (Jazz) read more CD
Buddy Collette —
Swingin Gig (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Tampa/Muzak (Japan), 1956. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Plenty of swinging here – and a west coast session that features both tight ensemble work and some hip breakout solos! There's sort of a collective spirit to the record here – some key all-stars coming together in much tighter formation than you'd fine in an east coast blowing session ... (Jazz) read more CD
Eddie Costa —
Eddie Costa Quintet (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Mode/Muzak (Japan), 1957. New Copy ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
An extremely great album from Eddie Costa – one of the best of the all-great Mode sessions from 1957! In what is an odd meeting of players, especially for the label, Eddie's piano and vibes meet up with Art Farmer's trumpet, the alto of Phil Woods, bass of Teddy Kotick, and drums of Paul ... (Jazz) read more CD
Stanley Cowell —
Brilliant Circles (Japanese paper sleeve edition – with bonus tracks) ... CD Freedom/Muzak (Japan), 1969. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
A record that's definitely as brilliant as promised in the title – a set that has the young pianist Stanley Cowell bridging the late 60s Blue Note modal sound and his greatness to come on the Strata East label – all with a style that would set the tone for so many other players and ... (Jazz) read more CD
Ted Curson —
Tears For Dolphy (Japanese paper sleeve edition – with bonus tracks) ... CD Freedom/Muzak (Japan), 1964. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Seminal work from trumpeter Ted Curson – a set that's issued under his own name, but which continues a string of key early 60s performances with tenorist Bill Barron – who's work together here with Ted is fantastic! The group has no piano – just Herb Bushler on bass and Dick Berk ... (Jazz) read more CD
Mode/Muzak (Japan), 1957. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
A delightful session of west coast vocal jazz – done by singer Doris Drew, who we only know from this album! Doris has a sound that's a bit warmer than some of her contemporaries on the scene – and she's backed here by a great lineup that includes Marty Paich on both piano and celeste, ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Bob Enevoldsen —
Reflections In Jazz (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Tampa/Muzak (Japan), 1954. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
A hip set led by Bob Enevoldsen on both valve trombone and tenor – and featuring Marty Paich on piano and accordion, Larry Bunker on vibes, and Red Mitchell on bass. Enevoldsen's work on the valve trombone is really great here – as well-spaced and timed as that of Bob Brookmeyer in the ... (Jazz) read more CD
Mode/Muzak (Japan), 1957. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
One of the few albums as a leader from trumpeter Don Fagerquist – a player who's best known for his work in larger groups, but who steps out here leading a tight octet of his own! The set's certainly got traces of Don's work within larger west coast groups of the time – but also shares ... (Jazz) read more CD
Victor Feldman —
Victor Feldman On Vibes – Champagne Music For Cats Who Don't Drink (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Mode/Muzak (Japan), 1957. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
A really hip little session – as light and breezy at one level as it is tight and swinging! Feldman's the leader of the set on vibes, but the greatest strength of the album comes from the group – a sextet that places Victor in the company of trombonist Frank Rosolino, tenor saxophonist ... (Jazz) read more CD
Satoko Fujii Quartet —
Bacchus ... CD Muzak (Japan), 2007. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
A bold statement from pianist Satoko Fujii – one that features equally bold work from frequent partner Tamura Natsuki on trumpet – a match that always makes for something special in the music! The rest of the group's equally great too – Ruins drummer Yoshida Tatsuya, and bassist ... (Jazz) read more CD
Terry Gibbs, Vic Feldman & Larry Bunker —
Jazz Band Ball – Second Set (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Mode/Muzak (Japan), 1957. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Jazz vibes galore – and a classic Mode session from 50s LA, featuring the talents of Terry Gibbs, Victor Feldman, and Larry Bunker on vibes – aided on rhythm by the trio of Lou Levy piano, Maz Bennett bass, and Mel Lewis on drums! The sound is cool, mellow, and very easy-going – ... (Jazz) read more CD
Jerry Gonzalez —
Ya Yo Me Cure (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD American Clave/Muzak (Japan), 1980. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
A killer album of Latin Jazz – one that really lives up to the strong legacy of records from Jerry Gonzalez, but which also has an even rootsier, classic vibe overall! The set was recorded in 1980, but it's almost out of time – handled in the best style of the American Clave label, ... (Jazz) read more CD
Dusko Goykovich & Tete Montoliu Trio —
Ten To Two Blues (aka After Hours) ... CD Ensayo/Muzak (Japan), 1971. Used ... Out Of Stock
A rare Spanish session from trumpeter Dusko Goykovich – and easily one of the most soulful albums he ever recorded! The set's got a warm, laidback vibe – very much in keeping with the title and cover image – as Dusko blows some great open-ended solos with rhythm from the trio of ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print 2013 Japanese pressing, includes obi.)
Dusko Goykovich & Tete Montoliu Trio —
Ten To Two Blues (aka After Hours) (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Ensayo/Muzak (Japan), 1971. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
A rare Spanish session from trumpeter Dusko Goykovich – and easily one of the most soulful albums he ever recorded! The set's got a warm, laidback vibe – very much in keeping with the title and cover image – as Dusko blows some great open-ended solos with rhythm from the trio of ... (Jazz) read more CD
Dusko Goykovich with Nathan Davis & Mal Waldron —
Swinging Macedonia ... CD Enja/Muzak (Japan), 1966. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
A legendary German session from the 60s – and a record that really showcases the unusual criss-crossing of modes that was going on in the European scene at the time! There's a very strong MPS vibe here – as trumpeter Dusko Goykovich leads a swinging sextet that includes Nathan Davis on ... (Jazz) read more CD
Stephane Grappelli —
Parisian Thoroughfare (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Freedom/Muzak (Japan), 1973. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
One of our favorite later albums by Stephane Grappelli – a really inventive little session that's filled with odd twists and turns! The outward format is somewhat simple – a quartet with Roland Hanna on piano, George Mraz on bass, and Mel Lewis on drums – but the structure of the ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Parisian Thoroughfare ... LP 4.99
Mode/Muzak (Japan), 1957. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
The earliest record we've ever seen from Joanne Grauer – a pianist we know best from her electric 70s session on MPS, but who steps out here 20 years before in a warm acoustic set! The format is spare and straightforward, but Joanne's got a bluesy touch on the keys that's really surprising ... (Jazz) read more CD
Kip Hanrahan —
Beautiful Scars (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD American Clave/Muzak (Japan), 2008. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
A set of genre-breaking work from Kip Hanrahan – a later set, but one that continues in the same fantastic spirit as his groundbreaking albums of the 80s! Kip's always a genre unto himself – a jazz artist, but one in love with Latin rhythms, keen songwriting, inventive arrangements, ... (Jazz) read more CD
Kip Hanrahan —
Coup De Tete (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD American Clave/Muzak (Japan), 1980. New Copy Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
One of Kip Hanrahan's incredible albums for American Clave – sides that are beyond description, and which seemed to emerge out of nowhere, offering some of the few true cross-cultural experiments in jazz in the 80s that didn't sound like they were forced or prepackaged! Kip's got a strong ... (Jazz) read more CD
Kip Hanrahan —
Crescent Moon Waning (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD American Clave/Muzak (Japan), 2018. New Copy Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
The music of Kip Hanrahan never fails to amaze us – and he's one of the few people out there who can put together so much, then end up coming up with something that's way more than the sum of its parts! The set continues the fantastic American Clave legacy of previous albums from Kip – ... (Jazz) read more CD
Kip Hanrahan —
Desire Develops An Edge (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD American Clave/Muzak (Japan), 1983. New Copy Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A really unique blend of Jazz, Latin, and world music influences – and one of the first albums ever by Kip Hanrahan! Hanrahan's records are always better than we expect – and we really have to give him credit for mixing together so many diverse influences, especially in the early 80s, ... (Jazz) read more CD
Mode/Muzak (Japan), 1957. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
An excellent album of LA bop – and one of the best sides ever recorded by trombonist Herbie Harper! The record's got Harper working with a crack sextet that includes Jay Core on tenor, Howard Roberts on guitar, Marty Paich on piano, Red Mitchell on bass, and either Frankie Capp or Mel Lewis ... (Jazz) read more CD
Harpers Bizarre —
As Time Goes By (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Forest Bay/Muzak (Japan), 1976. New Copy ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A rare post-Warner Brothers album from Harpers Bizarre – but done in a style that's still quite similar to their late 60s classics! Although the album's from the mid 70s, it's got a sweetly conveyed style that's focused strongly on the group's warm harmony style – and which mostly ... (Rock) read more CD
Harpers Bizarre —
Secret Life Of Harpers Bizarre (Japanese paper sleeve edition – with bonus tracks) ... CD Warner/Muzak (Japan), 1968. New Copy ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Wonderful wonderful! The third album by Harpers Bizarre – and one that shows them growing in leaps and bounds with each new release! The record is a sublime fusion of sweet pop California 60s harmonies (ala The Sandpipers or The Lettermen), baroque arrangements with a fake dreamy nostalgia ... (Rock) read more CD
Bill Harris —
Ex-Hermanites (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Mode/Muzak (Japan), 1957. New Copy ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Hampton Hawes —
Spanish Steps ... CD Black Lion/Muzak (Japan), 1968. New Copy ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Overlooked genius from Hampton Hawes – one of a number of excellent albums made during a late 60s stint on the European scene – and a set that really has Hamp pushing forward from his previous albums in the US! The tracks are wonderfully fluid – set fire with that Hawes style ... (Jazz) read more CD
Gryphon/Muzak (Japan), 1979. New Copy Gatefold ... $8.99 24.99
An incredibly soulful album – vastly overlooked, but one of our favorites of the 70s! The set is one of the few ever cut as a leader by drummer Louis Haynes – a wonderful player who's best known for his classic work with Horace silver – but who's working here with a superb group ... (Jazz) read more CD
Neal Hefti —
Jazz Pops (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Reprise/Muzak (Japan), 1962. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Very groovy work from the amazing Neal Hefti – one of the best non-soundtrack albums issued under his own name, and a set that's filled with bouncy, catchy little tunes! The style here takes off nicely from Neal's previous work with Count Basie, but also shows some of his upcoming soundtrack ... (Jazz) read more CD
Jon Hendricks —
Salud – Joao Gilberto (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Reprise/Muzak (Japan), 1961. New Copy ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A rare bossa treat – and one of the best albums ever recorded by jazz vocalist Jon Hendricks! The album came out only briefly, at the start of the bossa craze in the US – and it features Hendricks singing a batch of tracks popularized by Joao Gilberto, translated into English, and ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Andrew Hill —
Spiral (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Freedom/Muzak (Japan), 1975. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Really beautiful 70s work from pianist Andrew Hill – one of his few sessions from this part of the decade to feature a larger set of players – some really wonderful guests that make some real magic with Hill's brilliant compositions! At the start of the 70s, Andrew had announced a back ... (Jazz) read more CD
Mode/Muzak (Japan), 1957. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
One of the rarest records on the Mode label, and one of the few we've ever seen from this obscure west coast vocalist! The record features Johnny singing with some great LA jazz backing – an octet that features Herb Geller, Marty Paich, Jack Sheldon, Ronnie Lang, Mel Lewis, and Bob ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Bill Holman —
In A Jazz Orbit (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Andex/Muzak (Japan), 1958. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
A wonderful showcase for the arranging talents of Bill Holman – one that steps off with a more straightforward and swinging style than some of his work of the time for the Stan Kenton group! Holman here is in a great mode that bridges the large group styles of the swing years and the changes ... (Jazz) read more CD
Bill Holman & Mel Lewis —
Jive For Five (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Andex/Muzak (Japan), 1958. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Sublime small group work from tenor saxophonist Bill Holman – and a record that really lets him stretch out with some longer-than-usual solo work! Holman's working here as the co-leader with drummer Mel Lewis – in a group that also features trumpeter Lee Katzman, bassist Wilford ... (Jazz) read more CD
Skye/Muzak (Japan), 1970. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
Think what you want about Lena Horne – but this is a plenty darn groovy album! Sure, Lena's style is usually a bit classy and uptown – almost so much so that we don't really dig most of her records. But here, she's working in a very groovy style – paired with the great guitarist ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Noah Howard —
Black Ark (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Freedom/Muzak (Japan), 1969. New Copy Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Quite possibly the strongest moment of genius ever from saxophonist Noah Howard – a legendary album that captures the altoist at the height of his powers! The 1969 session was recorded at a time when Howard's contemporaries were making big noise overseas – but the date finds Noah at ... (Jazz) read more CD
Freddie Hubbard —
Groovy (aka Dedication) (Japanese paper sleeve edition – with bonus tracks) ... CD Jazztime/Muzak (Japan), 1961. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
An excellent set of hardbop tracks – originally recorded under the leadership of trombonist Willie Wilson – but also issued under the names of Duke Pearson and Freddie Hubbard over the years! The set was cut in 1961 for the Jazztime label – and really crackles with electricity, ... (Jazz) read more CD
Human Arts Ensemble —
Under The Sun (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Freedom/Muzak (Japan), 1973. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Chicago had the Art Ensemble of Chicago at the end of the 60s – and St Louis had the fantastic Human Arts Ensemble at the start of the 70s – a wonderfully creative jazz group who shared a lot of the same ideas of improvisation and artistic freedom as the AACM up in the Windy City! This ... (Jazz) read more CD
(A fantastic package – done with the pasted-on image of the original numbered LP pressing – right down to a pasted-on envelope on the back! Includes obi.)
Human Arts Ensemble —
Under The Sun (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Freedom/Muzak (Japan), 1973. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Chicago had the Art Ensemble of Chicago at the end of the 60s – and St Louis had the fantastic Human Arts Ensemble at the start of the 70s – a wonderfully creative jazz group who shared a lot of the same ideas of improvisation and artistic freedom as the AACM up in the Windy City! This ... (Jazz) read more CD
Enja/Muzak (Japan), 2005. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
Round these parts, we tend to view them with a bit of suspicion – but from the very first note, it was easy to hear that this one was pretty darn great! The project's got a subtle quality that really sets it apart from the rest – a real appreciation for the "jazz" in the jazz ... (Jazz) read more CD
Savoy/Muzak (Japan), 1948. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
Some of the earliest work ever recorded by Jackie & Roy – cut when the fab vocal duo was still in the company of Charlie Ventura, forging a bop harmony sound that was as groundbreaking as the early vocalese work of Jon Hendricks, Dave Lambert, or Annie Ross! The pair had a hip swinging ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Storyville/Muzak (Japan), 1955. New Copy 2CD Gatefold ... $8.99 24.99
Jackie & Roy —
Storyville Presents Jackie & Roy ... CD Storyville/Muzak (Japan), 1955. Used ... Out Of Stock
It's hard to go wrong with Jackie & Roy at this early point in their career – and the sound here is completely sublime – unlike anything else we can think of! The album has the pair coming off their seminal early work with Charlie Ventura – working in a mode that's deeply ... (Vocalists) read more CD
AVA/Muzak (Japan), 1963. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
Killer early work from pianist Pete Jolly – one of the key records that really has him taking off in a way that marked him as one of the key groove-masters of the west coast scene at the time! Pete's expanded here from trio modes nicely – so that the group has a young Howard Roberts on ... (Jazz) read more CD
AVA/Muzak (Japan), 1963. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
Great work from one of the grooviest pianists of the 60s – a player who could always keep things lively and swinging, even in a small combo session! The album's one of Pete Jolly's gems for the Ava label – a follow-up to his semi-hit Little Bird, and like that one, a record done with ... (Jazz) read more CD
Pete Jolly & His Trio —
Hello, Jolly! ... CD AVA/Muzak (Japan), 1964. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Not the Hello Dolly album you might guess from the title, but instead a wonderfully groovy batch of tracks from pianist Pete Jolly – an album done with great larger arrangements from Dick Hazard and Dick Grove, and a tight vibe that makes the set one of Pete's grooviest albums ever! Pete's ... (Jazz) read more CD
Pete Jolly & His Trio —
Hello, Jolly! (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD AVA/Muzak (Japan), 1964. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Not the Hello Dolly album you might guess from the title, but instead a wonderfully groovy batch of tracks from pianist Pete Jolly – an album done with great larger arrangements from Dick Hazard and Dick Grove, and a tight vibe that makes the set one of Pete's grooviest albums ever! Pete's ... (Jazz) read more CD
Richie Kamuca —
Richie Kamuca Quartet ... CD Mode/Muzak (Japan), 1957. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Pure genius from tenor saxophonist Richie Kamuca – a magical exercise in tone and balance, played by Richie with that warm and raspy style that we love so much in his work! Kamuca's probably best known for his bigger group work of the 50s, but on a session like this he steps out as a ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Richie Kamuca Quartet ... LP 11.99
Storyville/Muzak (Japan), 1955. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
One of a number of great small group sessions done by singer Teddi King for the Storyville label – nicely relaxed, with backing from a septet that features Billy Taylor on piano, Bob Brookmeyer on trombone, Nick Travis on trumpet, and Gene Quill on alto! The Storyville approach really brings ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Also available Now In Vogue ... LP 19.99
Now In Vogue (plus Miss Teddi King & Round Midnight) (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD 8.99
Storyville/Muzak (Japan), 1955. New Copy 2CD ... $8.99 24.99
Three rare Storyville albums from singer Teddi King – all packaged up here in a cool Japanese paper sleeve set! First up is Now In Vogue – one of a number of great small group sessions done by singer Teddi King for the Storyville label – nicely relaxed, with backing from a septet ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Also available Now In Vogue ... CD 8.99
Now In Vogue ... LP 19.99
Storyville/Muzak (Japan), 1953. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
Vocals as dark as they are lovely – a sublime early set from singer Teddi King, served up in a style that's nicely perched between two decades of jazz! There's a moody, intimate feel here that really takes us back to an earlier era – a bit in the way that Lee Wiley often does at the ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Lee Konitz —
Konitz ... CD Storyville/Muzak (Japan), 1954. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Some of the greatest work ever recorded by Lee Konitz – crisp, cool, and with that perfect icy tone that was his unique trademark during the mid 50s! The style here is a bit less angular and academic than some of Lee's earliest work – and there's a subtle warmth, almost an intimacy to ... (Jazz) read more CD
Lee Konitz —
Lee Konitz At Storyville ... CD Storyville/Muzak (Japan), 1954. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Tight early work from Lee Konitz – recorded on location at the very hospitable Storyville nightclub in Boston – a sweet setting for his angular tones on the alto! The style here is great – cutting lines that are incredibly precise, yet crafted with enough soul to keep them from ... (Jazz) read more CD
Lee Konitz —
Lee Konitz At Storyville/Storyville/Muzak (Japan), 1954. New Copy 2CDs ... Out Of Stock
Muzak (Japan), 1977. New Copy ... Just Sold Out!
Lovely lovely work from Irene Kral – a Japanese-only session from the 70s, and one of her best efforts from the time! Irene's vocals have never sounded better – strong and confident, but not in a cloying way that gets in the way of the tunes – working with a piano trio led by ... (Vocalists) read more CD
(HQ – Hi Quality CD pressing!)
Karin Krog & Dave Frishberg —
House Concert ... CD Muzak (Japan), 1994. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
A very cool live set from singers Karin Krog and Dave Frishberg – recorded somewhere back in the 90s, in a style that makes it one of Karin's loosest, most laidback albums! Frishberg plays piano, and also sings a bit – but Krog starts out the set, and takes the lead on most of the ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Karin Krog & John Surman —
Seagull ... CD Muzak (Japan), 2005. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
One of the strongest recent albums we've heard from singer Karin Krog – a session that reunites her with old accompanist John Surman, who's playing saxes on the set, and directing a larger orchestra behind the vocalist! The album's got a jazzily dancing style that takes us back to Krog's ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Grappa/Muzak (Japan), 2005. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
A beautiful reunion between singer Karin Krog and pianist Steve Kuhn – heard here in a mode that's quite different than their classic efforts on the album We Could Be Flying! The style here is much more laidback and intimate – and instead of Steve's tunes, Karin is mostly singing jazz ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Enja/Muzak (Japan), 2003. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
Beautiful recent work from Karin Krog – one of the few singers who's continued to hold our attention after decades of recording! Krog's lost none of her brilliance on this set – and is working here with pianist Steve Kuhn, who helps reintroduce some of the offbeat qualities that made ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Buddah/Muzak (Japan), 1971. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
2 early 70s gems from pianist Steve Kuhn – back to back on one CD! First up is his amazing self-titled set for Buddah from 1971 – an incredibly inventive album that takes his earlier modern style, and fuses it with a warmer sort mode for the 70s! The approach is quite unique – ... (Jazz) read more CD
Oliver Lake —
NTU – Point From Which Creation Begins (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Arista/Muzak (Japan), 1971. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Reedman Oliver Lake at his most creative – stepping out here on a sublime set of 70s improvisations – all put together with a really spiritual feel! There's a very open, collaborative feel to the music – and the set was recorded in St Louis, at a time when Lake was a key part of ... (Jazz) read more CD
(2019 Japanese pressing, includes obi.)
Oliver Lake —
NTU – Point From Which Creation Begins (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Arista/Muzak (Japan), 1971. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Reedman Oliver Lake at his most creative – stepping out here on a sublime set of 70s improvisations – all put together with a really spiritual feel! There's a very open, collaborative feel to the music – and the set was recorded in St Louis, at a time when Lake was a key part of ... (Jazz) read more CD
Gammon/Muzak (Japan), Mid 1970s. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
Gryphon/Muzak (Japan), 1978. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
A wonderful session of straight jazz work by Michel Legrand – a larger group outing that's one of the few albums he ever cut in this style! The set has all the warmth and imagination of Legrand's best jazzy soundtrack work – strong themes, bold statements, and a sense of personal ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Le Jazz Grand ... LP 4.99
Mode/Muzak (Japan), 1957. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
A gem of a set from drummer Stan Levey – one that features some incredible tenor work from Richie Kamuca! The album's got a relaxed feel that's different than a lot of Stan's other sets – not nearly so tightly arranged as before, and with room for Kamuca to open up on tenor in that ... (Jazz) read more CD
Mode/Muzak (Japan), 1957. New Copy ... $8.99 24.99
A classic late 50s side from the Mode label – and one of those great LA sessions that was almost more noteworthy for the sidemen than the leader! Drummer Mel Lewis heads up the group, sure, but the real strength of the set is in its three piece frontline – which features Charlie ... (Jazz) read more CD
Gary McFarland —
America the Beautiful (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Skye/Muzak (Japan), 1968. New Copy Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
Gary McFarland —
Does The Sun Really Shine On The Moon? (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD Skye/Muzak (Japan), Late 60s/1998. New Copy Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A wonderful album from the great Gary McFarland – and completely sublime all the way through! The record's part jazz, part easy, and all McFarland, with a cool compressed breezy vibe that's just about impossible to describe accurately. Gary's vibes are wonderfully set in a small combo with ... (Jazz) read more CD
(In a fantastic gatefold cover – just like the original album!)
Skye/Muzak (Japan), 1969. New Copy Gatefold ... $8.99 18.99
An unusual little soundtrack to this obscure pre-Roots film about slavery – handled with some very nice touches from Gary McFarland, Bobby Scott, and Grady Tate! The music is penned by Scott, and is mostly in that hip blend of jazz and soul roots that he was using on some of his own 60s ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Gatefold cover version – just like the original album!)
Marian McPartland/Savoy/Muzak (Japan), 1957. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
The title's a bit of a gimmick, but the format's a great one – as the album brings together important work by three female jazz pianists of the postwar years! Perhaps the most interesting material here is from pianist Adelaide Robbins – a player we're not sure we know at all, and who ... (Jazz) read more CD
