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Toshiko Akiyoshi & Leon Sash —
Toshiko Akiyoshi & Leon Sash At Newport ... CD 
Verve (Japan), 1957. Used ... Out Of Stock
One of the first American albums to ever feature the piano of Toshiko Akioshi – and a set that's oddly split with work from jazz accordionist Leon Sash – who also appeared at the Newport Jazz Festival at the same time! Toshiko is on side one – in a trio with Gene Cherico on bass ... (Jazz) read more CD
(SHMCD pressing, includes obi.)
Verve, 1961. Very Good ... $13.99
Gene Ammons and Sonny Stitt go head to head in this classic album of tracks that perfectly captures the joy and fury of their live performances from years before! The record was cut in Chicago with a very hard rhythm section that includes John Houston on piano, Charles Williams on bass, and George ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(MGM stereo pressing. Cover has a stain on back.)
Verve, 1966. Very Good+ ... $16.99
A fantastic LP of beautiful modal tracks, played by one of the most underrated reed players ever, during the most fruitful time of his career. At this point, Amy's moved away from his bluesy Texas roots, and has discovered a freer Coltrane-esque sound that works beautifully with his spiritual, ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(MGM pressing. Cover has some wear and a cutout hole.)
America/Verve, 1971. Used ... $44.99
One of the headiest albums ever recorded by the Art Ensemble of Chicago – a brilliant mix of noise and silence that rivals some of the greatest genius of the 20th century avant composition! The album's lead track "Ohnedaruth" builds slowly with a variety of percussion – ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print – and still sealed!)
Verve, Late 50s. Very Good+ ... $11.99
Great jazz-based work from Fred Astaire – set up here in a combo that includes Flip Phillips on tenor, Charlie Shavers on trumpet, Barney Kessel on guitar, and Oscar Peterson on piano! (Vocalists) LP, Vinyl record album
(Red label pressing with deep groove. Cover is discolored from age.)
Verve, 2019. New Copy ... $13.99 14.98
Philip Bailey's looking hipper than usual on the cover – and he's sounding hipper than usual within – thanks to fantastic production help from Robert Glasper, Christian McBride, and Chick Corea – all artists who play on the record, and help give Bailey a really timeless sense of ... (Soul) read more CD
Also available Love Will Find A Way ... LP 26.99
Verve, 2019. New Copy 2LP Gatefold ... $26.99 34.99
Philip Bailey's looking hipper than usual on the cover – and he's sounding hipper than usual within – thanks to fantastic production help from Robert Glasper, Christian McBride, and Chick Corea – all artists who play on the record, and help give Bailey a really timeless sense of ... (Soul) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Love Will Find A Way ... CD 13.99(Please Note – These copies have a slightly dinged corner from shipping, nothing major just a small dent on one corner.)
Verve, Late 50s. Very Good+ ... $4.99
Features a few trumpet solos from Clark Terry – and guitar from Barney Kessel! (Jazz) LP, Vinyl record album
(Verve Records Inc pressing with deep groove.)
Verve, Mid 50s. Very Good+ ... $9.99
Kenny Barron & Regina Carter —
Freefall ... CD Verve, 2001. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Count Basie —
April In Paris ... LP Verve, 1955. Very Good+ ... $14.99
One of Basie's biggest albums – but still a work of pure genius! "April In Paris" is one of the darkest jazz standards ever written, and it never sounded better than in this original version, which features that great ending in which Basie and the band stop, then start, then stop ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Verve pressing, with trumpeter logo and deep groove! Cover has some light splitting and light tape traces on the top seam.)
Verve (Japan), 1965. New Copy ... About May 20, 2020
Verve (Japan), 1965. New Copy ... About May 20, 2020
A really wonderful back to basics session for Basie – featuring arrangements by longtime band members Frank Foster, Erick Dixon, Bobby Plater, and Thad Jones! The set also features vocals on 2 tracks by bluesy vocalist Richard Boone – a singer with a really great scatting approach ... (Jazz) read more CD
Verve (Japan), 1952. New Copy ... About May 20, 2020
A great little gem from the Basie years on Verve – filled with short, uncomplicated tracks that have a surprisingly easy-going groove! The arrangements are swinging and tight, with that Heft-styled focus on a core element that really moves the tunes along – delivered by some great solo ... (Jazz) read more CD
Verve, 1962. Used ... $6.99
Basie hits the hits of the 50s and early 60s – working here with some tight Billy Byers arrangements that really help transform the tunes! The groove is upbeat, bright, and brilliantly soulful – that punctuated Basie groove first formed when Neal Hefti was with the group, still carried ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Verve (Japan), Mid 50s. New Copy ... About May 20, 2020
Titles include "Big Red", "Lollypop", "Dolphin Dip", "Low Life", "Slats", "Move", and "Flute Juice". (Jazz) CD
Verve (Japan), 1963. New Copy ... About May 20, 2020
Count Basie and Quincy Jones were always a mighty mighty combination – and there's no finer proof of that fact than this sweet little set! Quincy had a way of swinging Basie's group even more than Neal Hefti did – really letting the piano step out front, and swinging the larger horn ... (Jazz) read more CD
Jon Batiste —
Anatomy Of Angels – Live At The Village Vanguard ... LP Verve, 2019. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
A very different side of pianist Jon Batiste than you'll hear on television – and a record that's a great reminder of just how great a jazz musician he can be when he wants to! The set was recorded live at the Vanguard – and the songs are beautiful long-spun numbers that not only ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Verve, 2019. New Copy ... $18.99 21.99
Jon Batiste is fantastic here – way more so than we normally give him credit for, and maybe even sharper in a live setting than in the studio! The group works with a mix of jazz, funk, and soul – but very different than Jon's band on TV, as there's deeper, richer elements going on ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Jon Batiste —
Chronology Of A Dream – Live At The Village Vanguard ... CD Verve, 2019. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Jon Batiste is fantastic here – way more so than we normally give him credit for, and maybe even sharper in a live setting than in the studio! The group works with a mix of jazz, funk, and soul – but very different than Jon's band on TV, as there's deeper, richer elements going on ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Chronology Of A Dream – Live At The Village Vanguard ... LP 18.99
Jon Batiste —
Chronology Of A Dream – Live At The Village Vanguard ... CD Verve, 2019. Used ... Out Of Stock
Jon Batiste is fantastic here – way more so than we normally give him credit for, and maybe even sharper in a live setting than in the studio! The group works with a mix of jazz, funk, and soul – but very different than Jon's band on TV, as there's deeper, richer elements going on ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Chronology Of A Dream – Live At The Village Vanguard ... LP 18.99
Verve, 2018. New Copy ... $13.99 14.98
Think what you want about Jon Batiste on TV – the man's out to show you here that he's one hell of a pianist – and a jazz musician with a lot more depth than just his mainstream appearances! The set is mostly solo, and surprisingly beautiful – as Batiste is able to both serve up ... (Jazz) read more CD
Verve, 1968. Very Good- ... $11.99
Philips/Verve, 1969. New Copy (reissue)... $22.99 24.99
A samba soul masterpiece from Jorge Ben – one of the most brilliant records to come out the fertile late 60s Brazilian scene – and an incredible album that works with the psychedelic flourishes of Ben's contemporaries and a deeper undercurrent of soul & funk! This is one of the ... (Brazil) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Jorge Ben (1969) ... CD 8.99
Tony Bennett & Diana Krall —
Fascinating Rhythm (10 inch single) ... 12-inch Verve, 2018. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
A very cool little 10" single – one that features a recent duet on "Fascinating Rhythm" by Tony Bennett with Diana Krall, all with backing from the trio of pianist Bill Charlap! The flipside's maybe even cooler, though – as it features a very early Bennett recording of ... (Vocalists) read more 12-inch, Vinyl record
(Released for Small Business Saturday 2018. Indie store exclusive.)
George Benson —
Blue Benson ... LP Verve/Polydor, 1968/1976. Very Good ... Just Sold Out!
A sweet 70s collection of late 60s work from George Benson – tracks recorded in 1968 for Verve, originally from the albums Giblet Gravy and Goodies! The set list here really does a great job of picking out the best numbers – the kind of clean, lean tunes that were pushing Benson from ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Verve (Germany), Late 60s. Used ... $1.99
Verve, 1969. Very Good ... $49.99
Don't think "rock", think "groove" – because oud player John Berberian takes his instrument into some very groovy territory here – mixing its Mid-East roots with a sweet array of modal rhythms and psychedelic elements – all of which make for an album that's ... (Global Grooves) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Verve Forecast pressing. Cover has a ring & edge wear and a cutout hole.)
Verve, 1959. Near Mint- ... $0.99
Mary J Blige —
Mary Christmas ... CD Verve, 2013. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
A sparkling Christmas set from Mary J Blige – one that takes full advantage of those wonderful vocals, and lets them loose on a whole host of Holiday tunes! The album's on Verve, and has a feel that's a lot more classic than some of Mary's other work – a vibe that's somewhere between ... read more CD
Verve, 1966. Sealed ... $14.99
DeeDee Bridgewater —
Love & Peace – A Tribute To Horace Silver ... CD Verve, 1995. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A modern classic from Dee Dee Bridgewater – one of her hippest albums of the later years, thanks to a great choice of material, and some really wonderful execution! The album's a beautiful set of straight jazz vocal readings of some of Horace Silver's best compositions, and it also features ... (Vocalists) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Verve, 1954. Very Good+ ... $14.99
A classic album from the man who virtually summed up the sound of modern on the trombone in the 50s – the mighty Bob Brookmeyer, stepping out here in a rare session for Verve! The date's a great small combo one – with Bob's valve trombone at the head of a quartet that includes Jimmy ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(MGM pressing. Cover has light wear and some splitting in the top seam.)
EmArcy/Verve, Mid 50s. Used ... $4.99
About as classic as you can get for the Brown/Roach group – recorded at Basin Street with a group that includes Richie Powell on piano, Sonny Rollins on tenor, and George Morrow on bass. Tracks are tight and in that firey hardbop mode the pair pioneered – and titles include "Gertru ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Verve, 1962. Very Good+ ... $8.99
A standout session from bassist Ray Brown – one of a few 60s big band sessions recorded for Verve, featuring some searing solo work from Cannonball Adderley! Brown's name as a leader is possibly more as a compadre than the main driving force of the record – as the arrangements here are ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(MGM pressing.)
Verve, 1962/1964/1965. Used 2 CD ... $24.99
Verve, 1964. Very Good+ ... $14.99
One of the first albums in what was to become a very successful pairing – the bass of Ray Brown and the vibes of Milt Jackson, working here in a down-homier setting that was miles away from his work with the MJQ! The set's got a light jazzy backing on most tracks – with some guitar ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono pressing.)
Verve, 1970. Very Good+ ... $24.99
A stunner from Kenny Burrell – one of his most sophisticated and soulful sessions of the 60s! Kenny's working here with the ultra-cool arranger Johnny Pate – best known for his work with Curtis Mayfield, and his 70s soundtrack fame – but a heck of a creative talent when it comes ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(UK pressing in a flip-back cover.)
Verve, 1965. Very Good Gatefold ... $8.99
Surprisingly wonderful work from Kenny! The album has Kenny's guitar set to arrangements by Gil Evans – who gives the session a modern edge that really sets it apart from other Burrell albums of the time. Kenny's freed to do his thing – wonderfully, we might add – and Gil paints ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(MGM pressing. Cove rhas light aging.)
Verve, 1963. Very Good ... $11.99
A surprisingly great meeting between Kenny Burrell and Jimmy Smith – and a set that's one of Jimmy's standout small combo sessions for Verve! The feel here is much more Jimmy Smith at Blue Note than some of the bigger group Verve dates of the 60s – and Kenny Burrell's sensitive guitar ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a little pen on front and back.)
Terry Callier —
What Color Is Love ... LP Cadet/Verve, 1973. New Copy (reissue)... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Possibly the greatest album ever by the legendary Chicago soul singer Terry Callier! Terry's rich mellow voice is mixed with superb arrangements from the Cadet studio team, with Charles Stepney at the head, and the result is completely sublime. The songs are longer than on earlier albums – ... (Soul) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Benny Carter —
3, 4, 5 – The Verve Small Group Sessions ... CD Verve, Early 50s. Used ... Out Of Stock
Norgran/Verve, Early 50s. Very Good+ ... $9.99
An early collection of gems from Norman Granz and his Verve crew – a record that showcases recordings based around some of his alto sax stars! It's not clear whether or not all of these tunes are exclusive to the album, but we can say that we really appreciate it for the numbers that feature ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Trumpeter logo pressing with deep groove. Cover has some wear, aging, clear tape holding the seams, and some marker and ink stamp on back.)
Betty Carter —
Audience With Betty Carter ... CD Verve, 1980. Used 2 CDs ... $11.99
A brilliant live set by Betty Carter – originally issued on her own Bet-Car label in 1980, and a perfect summation of the underground soul that was bubbling through her work in the 70s! The Betty you hear here is way different than the Betty of earlier years – freer, more soulful, ... (Vocalists) read more CD
(Out of print. Back cover of the booklet has a crease – the rest is great!)
Betty Carter —
Feed The Fire ... CD Verve, 1994. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Verve, Late 50s/1960s/1970s/1980s. Used ... $4.99
Regina Carter —
Motor City Moments ... CD Verve, 2000. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Regina Carter —
Paganini – After A Dream ... CD Verve, 2003. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A&M/Verve, 1976. New Copy Gatefold (reissue)... $16.99 19.99
Mindblowing music from the great Don Cherry – quite a statement, given how much fantastic sounds Cherry had already given us by this point in his career! In the years before this set, Don had worked in some very free, avant modes – and also explored a fair bit of global styles too ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Brown Rice ... CD 8.99
Coral, 1956. Very Good+ ... $29.99
A rare and unusual chapter in the career of Al Cohn – and an incredible set cut in the mid 50s with Bob Brookmeyer on trombone! The style's a bit like that used by Al and Zoot Sims together – tightly arranged shorter tracks, with a focus on well-crafted horn work, but enough space to ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Heavy original pressing. Vinyl is nice and clean, with just a few light marks. Cover has a small bit of tape and some light wear, but is great too.)
Impulse, 1964. New Copy ... $22.99 24.99
A lost treasure from the legendary John Coltrane Quartet – material recorded as the soundtrack for the Canadian film Le Chat Danse Le Sac – which features new recordings of material that Coltrane had done in previous years, but really updated by the fresh version of this group! ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
John Coltrane —
Blue World (Le Chat Dans Le Sac) ... CD Impulse, 1964. New Copy ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A lost treasure from the legendary John Coltrane Quartet – material recorded as the soundtrack for the Canadian film Le Chat Danse Le Sac – which features new recordings of material that Coltrane had done in previous years, but really updated by the fresh version of this group! ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Blue World (Le Chat Dans Le Sac) ... LP 22.99
Jayne Cortez & The Firespitters —
Taking The Blues Back Home ... CD Verve/Harmolodic, 1996. Used ... Out Of Stock
Jayne Cortez recites her poetry over jazz backing from a group that includes Frank Lowe on tenor, Talkib Kibwe on alto, Bern Nix on guitar, Billy Branch on harmonica, and Denardo Coleman on drums. Titles include "Cultural Operations", "Taking The Blues Back Home", "Bumblebe ... (Vocalists) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Verve, Mid 60s. Used ... $8.99
A brilliant album that follows on the trend that was begun by Sinatra and Tony Bennett – one that takes strong jazz backings from Count Basie to push a singer past the usual pop format! Sammy didn't always get backing this strong – and the album's got Quincy Jones handling the ... (Vocalists) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Buddy DeFranco —
Jazz Tones ... LP Verve, 1953/1954. Very Good ... Out Of Stock
The jazz tones here are mighty nice – on a record that sparkles with some of Buddy DeFranco's best music ever! As with other Verve dates from the time, this DeFranco outing's got a rhythmic pulse that really gets things going – a sense of swing that's nice and lean, but quite powerful ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Verve Records Inc pressing with trumpeter logo and deep groove. Cover has some wear and aging, split top seam held with a piece of tape, and a peeled spot and bit of pen on back.)
MGM/Verve, 1965. Used ... $32.99
Excellent album recorded by vibist Walt Dickerson during the mid 60's. Ostensibly a "soundtrack session", Dickerson freely improvises on themes from the movie A Patch Of Blue, and turns the score into a great platform for moody jazz playing on vibes and piano. Even more surprising is ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print, Verve Elite Edition. Digipack case has some light edgewear.)
Verve, Mid 50s. Very Good- ... $9.99
Tight session of hard post-swing jazz, but still very straight ahead. With Jimmy Forrest on tenor adding a nice hard edge to Harry Edison's trumpet sound, and a large rhythm section featuring Jimmy Jones, Freddie Greene, Joe Benjamin and Charlie Persip. 6 in all: "Nasty", "Pussy ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Verve Inc pressing with trumpeter logo & deep groove. Cover has a partially split top seam and some light staining on the back.)
Verve, 1956. Very Good- ... $6.99
Easy-going Verve swing at its best – the kind of small group session that let a player like Harry "Sweets" Edison shine in a way that he didn't always get to do in a larger group! For this set, Edison's joined by Ben Webster on tenor sax, Barney Kessel on guitar, Jimmy Rowles on ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(MGM pressing.)
Roy Eldridge —
Complete Verve Roy Eldridge Studio Sessions (7CD set) ... CD Verve/Mosaic, 1950s. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Lots of rare work from the great trumpeter – material from the albums Roy & Diz, Roy & Diz Vol 2, Little Jazz, Rockin Chair, Dales Wail, Trumpet Battle, Trumpet Kings, Ralph Burns Among The JATPs, Swing Goes Dixie, That Warm Feeling, The Urbane Jazz Of Roy Eldridge/Benny Carter, ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print, hand-numbered limited edition! Includes original book, box, and all 7 CDs in their cases – all in great shape!)
Verve, 1978. Near Mint- 2LP Gatefold ... $6.99
2LP set of Roy Eldrige's classic Verve sides from the mid 50's, featuring the great trumpet player in a variety of groups that include Herb Ellis or Barney Kessel on guitar, Ray Brown on bass, and Oscar Peterson on piano and organ! The organ sides by Peterson are perhaps some of the most ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Roy Eldridge —
Swingin On The Town ... LP Verve, Late 50s. Very Good+ ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Short tracks with a spare swinging groove – featuring the trumpet of Eldridge, with backing by Ronnie Ball on piano, Benny Moten on bass, and Edward Locke on drums. The focus is on Eldridge's lightly playful trumpet style – and tracks include "Song Of the Islands", "Bossa ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Stereophonic pressing with deep groove. Cover has a peeled spot from sticker removal and a bit of pencil on back.)
Roy Eldridge, Dizzy Gillespie, & Harry Edison —
Tour De Force – The Trumpets Of Roy Eldridge, Dizzy Gillespie, & Harry Edison ... LP Verve, 1955. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
A triple-trumpet session with a really wonderful sound – the kind of all-star date that only a label like Verve could have done so well! As you'll guess from the title, the record's a showcase for the three trumpeters in the lead – and the tracks are long, with plenty of space for each ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Japanese pressing, with obi!)
Verve, 1966. Very Good ... $9.99
An overlooked gem from the 60s – Duke Ellington work that was recorded as part of the famous Duke & Ella At The Cote D'Azur album, but issued separately, under the name Soul Call! The stunning thing about the record is that, working on a live date in front of a European audience, with ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has some marker on the back.)
Duke Ellington & Johnny Hodges —
Back To Back ... LP Verve, 1959. Sealed ... $34.99
Duke Ellington makes a rare Verve appearance on this classic album – and works strongly in the mode of earlier sides recorded for the label by Johnny Hodges! There's a relaxed, small group feel going on here – one that's a bit different than some of the tighter Ellington work on ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Mid 90s Classic 180 gram pressing – sealed!)
Herb Ellis, Roy Eldridge, Stan Getz, Ray Brown, Stan Levey —
After Hours Session ... LP Verve (Germany), 1950s. Near Mint- ... $9.99
Deutsche Grammophon (Germany), 2020. New Copy ... $19.99 21.99
A beautiful collaboration between Brian Eno and his less-recorded brother, Roger – a set that maybe is Roger's first, and Brian's second – since Roger plays keyboards, and Brian provides a larger sense of programming and sound design – in a mode that's a bit like Brian's recent ... (Rock) read more CD
Also available Mixing Colours ... LP 38.99
Deutsche Grammophon (Germany), 2020. New Copy 2LP Gatefold ... $38.99 39.99
A beautiful collaboration between Brian Eno and his less-recorded brother, Roger – a set that maybe is Roger's first, and Brian's second – since Roger plays keyboards, and Brian provides a larger sense of programming and sound design – in a mode that's a bit like Brian's recent ... (Rock) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Mixing Colours ... CD 19.99
Verve, 1968. Used ... $3.99
Solo work by Bill Evans – recorded in 1968, at a time when he was increasingly exploring gentleness in his work! The album's quite haunting – done with no other musicians, no overdubs (as in other solo 60s albums) – just Evans alone at the keys, expressing himself with a somber ... (Jazz) read more CD
Verve (Japan), 1964. Used ... $29.99
Warmly wonderful live work from Bill Evans' mid 60s run for Verve – a record that was originally recorded in 1964, but sat in the can until the early 70s – then just quietly issued on the market with a bit less fanfare! That somewhat subtle history shouldn't mark the album, though ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print. Includes obi.)
Bill Evans —
Bill Evans Trio with Symphony Orchestra ... CD Verve (Germany), 1966. Used ... Out Of Stock
Tremendous work from Bill Evans – one of his rare non-trio sides of the 60s – and a stunning batch of tunes with backings from the mighty Claus Ogerman! Most of the tunes here are of classical origin, but they're recast by Evans and Ogerman with almost a soundtrack sensitivity – ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Bill Evans —
Conversations With Myself ... LP Verve, 1963. Very Good Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
Bill Evans meets Bill Evans – in a uniquely-styled session that features overdubbed solo lines from Bill, creating a multi-piano sound that's really great! The approach sounds gimmicky, but it's not – and Evans carries all the sensitivity you might expect from the title and image on ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono MGM pressing.)
Bill Evans —
Conversations With Myself (with bonus tracks) ... CD Verve (Germany), 1963. Used ... Out Of Stock
Bill Evans meets Bill Evans – in a uniquely-styled session that features overdubbed solo lines from Bill, creating a multi-piano sound that's really great! The approach sounds gimmicky, but it's not – and Evans carries all the sensitivity you might expect from the title and image on ... (Jazz) read more CD
Verve, 1966. Very Good- Gatefold ... $14.99
Ostensibly simple stuff from Bill Evans, but pretty darn great – and a nice move into a more sophisticated vein than his earlier recordings! The album has him working with bassist Eddie Gomez, a hugely talented bassist that would be one of Bill's best partners during this period, and a ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Yellow label promo, with Van Gelder stamp.)
Verve (Japan), 1964. Used Gatefold ... $28.99
Bill Evans is working with a really wonderful trio here – one that features Gary Peacock on bass and Paul Motian on drums – both budding young modernists who help Evans reach some new sounds on the set! The record starts out with a groove that's perhaps more inside than you'd expect ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print. Includes obi!)
Bill Evans —
Trio '65 ... CD Verve, 1965. Used ... Out Of Stock
One of the best Bill Evans trio sessions on Verve – recorded with a group that features Chuck Israels on bass and Larry Bunker on drums, both perfect accompanists for Evans in his exploration of unusual rhythms and lyrical tones on the keys! Both players have a dancing quality that goes far ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Gil Evans —
Individualism of Gil Evans ... LP Verve, 1964. Very Good Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Although Gil Evans is probably best remembered for his work behind Miles Davis, the albums he cut on his own are actually even more interesting, and feature a far-reaching conception of modern jazz, executed by Evans, and some of the top players of his day. This great album from 1964 features a ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(MGM pressing with Van Gelder stamp. Cover has some peeling and a name in pen inside the gatefold.)
Tal Farlow —
Guitar Genius – The Gibson Boy – The LA Sessions ... CD Verve/Giant Steps (UK), Mid 50s. New Copy 2CD ... Out Of Stock
Sublime early work from the legendary Tal Farlow – the kind of sides that show by he was one of the most important jazz guitarists of the 50s! The bulk of the 2CD set features LA sessions recorded for Norman Granz during Farlow's early years at Verve – dates from 1954 and 1955 that ... (Jazz) read more CD
Verve/Essential Jazz (Spain), 1956. Used ... $6.99
Tal Farlow was one of the all-time greats of jazz guitar during the 50s, and an album like this captures him at his finest! The set's a no-nonsense batch of tracks that features Tal with a trio that includes Eddie Costa on piano and Vinnie Burke on bass – a wonderfully understated lineup ... (Jazz) read more CD
Verve, Late 50s. Very Good+ ... $11.99
A rare set from singer Frances Faye – and a great one, too – thanks to arrangements from Russ Garcia! (Vocalists) LP, Vinyl record album
(Stereo ring and edge wear.)
Frances Faye —
Swinging All The Way ... LP Verve, Early 60s. Very Good+ ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Ella Fitzgerald —
Cole Porter Songbook (2LP set) ... LP Verve, 1956. Near Mint- 2LP Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A set that brings together the 2 volumes released separately. Among the 30 plus songs are "All Through The Night", "Anything Goes", "I Get A Kick Out Of You", "I Love Paris", "Easy To Love", "You're The Top", "Let's Do It", ... (Vocalists) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(70s pressing. Cover has some ring wear.)
Ella Fitzgerald —
Cole Porter Songbook Vol 1 ... CD Verve, 1956. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Ella Fitzgerald —
Complete Piano Duets ... CD Verve, 1950s/1976. New Copy 2CD ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A wonderful way to hear the genius of Ella Fitzgerald at its best – as the set features all tracks that just have the first lady of jazz singing alongside a piano – spare, open, and in a way that really lets you get all all the care and nuance that Ella can bring to a tune! Most of the ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Ella Fitzgerald —
Ella At Duke's Place ... CD Verve, 1965. Used ... Out Of Stock
A beautiful classic from mid 60s Verve – and the kind of a session that we wouldn't have expected to come off so well! In a style they were using with older artists at the time, Verve brought Ella and Duke into the studio together – with Duke's band and compositions providing the ... (Vocalists) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Verve, 1964. Used 2 CDs ... $24.99
A hugely expanded version of the classic double live album by Ella Fitzgerald – featuring a total of 48 tracks in all, recorded over 2 nights at a French jazz festival in 1964, with backing by a group that includes Roy Eldridge and Tommy Flanagan. More than half of the set appears to be ... (Vocalists) read more CD
(Out of print, Verve Master Edition – in great shape!)
Verve, 1956. New Copy ... $24.99
A newly-discovered live set from Ella Fitzgerald – recorded at the Shrine Auditorium in LA, a week before the famous Ella At Zardi's set! Producer Norman Granz was already great at capturing an intimate artist in a live setting – as evidenced by his famous Jazz At The Philharmonic ... (Vocalists) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Limited edition – on translucent yellow colored 45rpm vinyl!)
Ella Fitzgerald —
Ella Fitzgerald Sings The George & Ira Gershwin Song Book (4CD set) ... CD Verve, 1959. Used 4CD ... Out Of Stock
Arrangements by Nelson Riddle. 53 tracks on 4 CDs! (Vocalists) CD
(Out of print, includes original die-cut slipcase and large booklet – all in great shape!)
Ella Fitzgerald —
Irving Berlin Songbook ... LP Verve, Late 50s. Near Mint- 2LP Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A nice 2LP reissue that brings together volume 1 and 2 of the Irving Berlin sessions from the late 50s! Backings are by Paul Weston, and the package features a whopping 32 tracks! (Vocalists) LP, Vinyl record album
(80s pressing. Cover has light wear.)
Verve, 1957. Very Good- ... $5.99
Titles include "Midnight Sun", "You're Blase", "Night Wind", "Hurry Home", "What's New", "Close Your Eyes", "More Than You Know", "There's A Lull In My Life", and "How Long Has This Been Going On". (Vocalists) LP, Vinyl record album
(MGM pressing with deep groove.)
Verve, 1960. Very Good ... $14.99
Titles include "Misty", "Black Coffee", "Angel Eyes", "I Cried For You", and "Reach For Tomorrow". (Vocalists) LP, Vinyl record album
(Verve Records Inc pressing with deep groove. Cover has some splitting in the top seam.)
Verve, Late 40s/1950s/Early 60s. Used ... $2.99
Some of Ella's best for Verve and Decca, hand-picked by singer Joe Williams – 16 tracks in all! (Vocalists) CD
Verve, 1963. Very Good ... Just Sold Out!
Quincy Jones handles the arrangements, so the set's got plenty of soul – and the band really swings on titles that include "Tea For Two", "Deed I Do", "My Last Affair", "I'm Beginning To See The Light", "Into Each Life Some Rain Must Fall", ... (Vocalists) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(MGM pressing with deep groove. Cover has a split top seam held with clear tape.)
Verve/Polygram (Germany), 1963. Used ... $5.99
Ella Fitzgerald & Duke Ellington —
Ella Fitzgerald Sings The Duke Ellington Song Book (3CD set) ... CD Verve, 1957. Used 3 CDs ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Ella's performing songs written by or associated with Duke–what could be better? Here she's backed by two different Ellington groups–-one a big band, the other a small group, whose members included Stuff Smith, Barney Kessel, and Ben Webster. Titles include "Rockin' In ... (Vocalists) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Ella Fitzgerald & Louis Armstrong —
Ella & Louis ... LP Verve, Late 50s. Very Good ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Classic duets between Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong – done in a sweet mode that only could have been handled by Verve in the 50s! Backings are in a nice small combo mode – with Armstrong on both trumpet and vocals – and Ella and Louis carry most of the set with their great ... (Vocalists) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Orange label Verve Inc pressing with deep groove. Cover has light stains on back.)
Ella Fitzgerald & Louis Armstrong —
Ella & Louis Again Vol 1 ... LP Verve, Late 50s. Very Good+ ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A set that's maybe even nicer than the Ella & Louis work together on Porgy & Bess – given that backing is by the trio of Oscar Peterson, which gives the whole thing a nicely understated charm – at a level that really lets the charms of the duo shine through! (Vocalists) LP, Vinyl record album
(60s MGM pressing – a nice copy!)
