Jazz
John Coltrane – Coltrane Jazz – Analogue Productions (Atlantic 75 Series) Hybrid Stereo SACD
£45.00Available to Pre-Order
The first album to hit the shelves after Giant Steps, Coltrane Jazz was recorded in November and December 1959, although one of the eight tracks (“Villiage Blues”) was recorded in late 1960.
On everything save the aforementioned “Village Blues,” Coltrane used the Miles Davis rhythm section of pianist Wynton Kelly, bassist Paul Chambers, and drummer Jimmy Cobb
Miles Davis – Porgy and Bess – Mofi Hybrid SACD
£39.95Mastered from the Original Master Tapes and Strictly Limited to 3,000 Numbered Copies
If a more significant, influential, and lasting result of a creative musical partnership exists than that of Miles Davis and Gil Evans’ Porgy and Bess, society hasn’t seen it. It’s impossible to overstate the importance of the pair’s collaboration on the landmark 1959 update of George Gershwin’s opera.
Transcending genre, time, and place, the profound statement finds Evans and Davis implementing modal approaches in a mainstream context and advancing jazz idioms that would become the foundation of the form’s still-classic era. And that’s saying nothing of the soulful playing – legendary performances by Davis’ first great quintet that can now be heard in pristine detail courtesy of this definitive digital edition.
Milt Jackson & John Coltrane – Bags & Trane – Analogue Productions Atlantic 75 Series Hybrid Stereo SACD
£45.00Vibraphonist Milt Jackson and tenor saxophonist John Coltrane make for a surprisingly complementary team on this 1959 studio session, their only joint recording.
AllMusic notes that with fine backup by pianist Hank Jones, bassist Paul Chambers, and drummer Connie Kay, Bags and Trane stretch out on two of Jackson’s originals (including “The Late Late Blues”) and three standards: a romping “Three Little Words,” “The Night We Called It a Day,” and the rapid “Be-Bop.” The highlight of the set is the eponymous opening track, which just oozes late-night cool.
Norah Jones – Come Away With Me – Vinyl LP
Original price was: £27.99.£22.50Current price is: £22.50.Norah Jones’ seminal debut album Come Away With Me became a global phenomenon, reaching #1 in 20 countries, selling nearly 30 million copies, and sweeping the 2003 GRAMMY Awards.
The 20th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition captures the emergence of a singular talent and the full story of the making of this now-classic album.
In addition to a remaster of the original album, there are 22 previously unreleased tracks, including early demos and the never-before-heard first version of the album.
Norah Jones – Feels Like Home – Analogue Productions Hybrid SACD
£42.00This product is a Hybrid SACD designed to play in both CD and SACD players, as well as all SACD-compatible DVD players.
Norah Jones took the world (and the Grammys) by storm with her debut album Come Away With Me. Now, she’s back for one of the most-anticipated follow-ups in recent memory. On Feels Like Home, Jones again teams with producer Arif Mardin, engineer Jay Newland and her close-knit touring band. And her pop, jazz, and country-tinged sound has never been richer than on super-silent 200-gram vinyl from Analogue Productons!
On Feels Like Home, Jones has written several new songs, gathered a few more from her bandmates and also covered Townes Van Zandt, Tom Waits, Kathleen Brennan and Duke Ellington. Jones plays piano, Wurlitzer electric piano and pump organ and features her stripped-down core group of guitar, background vocals, bass and drums. We needn’t describe Jones’ singing. Everyone recognizes it by now. The arrangements aren’t quite as mellow as Come Away With Me, but the music still centers on country, pop and jazz colors.
“I’m glad that people liked the last album,” Jones said. “It was where I was at the time, musically. This is where I am now. That’s what a recording is for me, like a snapshot. We had so much fun making this record.”
Oscar Peterson Trio – Very Tall – Verve Records Acoustic Sounds Series 180g Vinyl LP
£39.95Immerse yourself in the timeless jazz of the Oscar Peterson Trio – Very Tall with this 180g Vinyl LP from Verve Records’ Acoustic Sounds Series.
This classic album features the extraordinary collaboration between Oscar Peterson, Ray Brown, and the legendary Milt Jackson, delivering a vibrant and soulful performance.
Remastered with precision and pressed on high-quality 180g vinyl, this release offers unparalleled sound clarity, bringing the trio’s intricate musicianship to life.
A must-have for jazz enthusiasts and vinyl collectors, Very Tall is an essential piece of jazz history, beautifully preserved in this premium edition.
Patricia Barber – Cafe Blue – Impex Records 24K Gold CD
£42.00Nightclub has been newly remastered from the original analog tapes by Bernie Grundman at Bernie Grundman Mastering for added warmth musicality. The deluxe book-style packaging has a heavy-stock booklet that pays homage to the original Premonition CDs while updating them to Impex Records’ premium look and feel.
The Limited Edition Impex 24K Gold CD Patricia Barber Series are manufactured at Memory-Tech’s state-of-the-art facility in Japan.
Patricia Barber – Companion – Impex Records 24K Gold CD
£45.00Companion has been newly remastered from the original analog tapes by Bernie Grundman at Bernie Grundman Mastering for added warmth musicality. The deluxe book-style packaging has a heavy-stock booklet that pays homage to the original Premonition CDs while updating them to Impex Records’ premium look and feel.
The Limited Edition Impex 24K Gold CD Patricia Barber Series are manufactured at Memory-Tech’s state-of-the-art facility in Japan.
Pharoah Sanders – Live – Theresa Records 180 Vinyl 2 LP Gatefold Sleeve
£49.95This album features Pharoah Sanders playing some no-nonsense tenor in a quartet with pianist John Hicks, bassist Walter Booker, and drummer Idris Muhammad. Sanders performs “It’s Easy to Remember” (in a style very reminiscent of early-’60s John Coltrane), an original blues, and two of his compositions, including the passionate “You’ve Got to Have Freedom.”
The musicianship is at a high level and, although Sanders does not shriek as much as one might hope (the Trane-ish influence was particularly strong during this relatively mellow period), he is in fine form. Review by Scott Yanow/AMG
Rahsaan Roland Kirk : Blacknuss – Pure Pleasure Records Vinyl LP
£29.95From its opening bars, with Bill Salter’s bass and Rahsaan’s flute passionately playing Bill Withers’ “Ain’t No Sunshine”, you know this isn’t an ordinary Kirk album (were any of them?). As the string section, electric piano, percussion, and Cornel Dupree’s guitar slip in the back door, one can feel the deep soul groove Kirk is bringing to the jazz fore here.
Sing and Dance With Frank Sinatra – Impex Records Hybrid SACD
£39.95“Sing and Dance With Frank Sinatra” reissued by Impex Records as a Hybrid SACD showcases Sinatra’s vibrant and charismatic early recordings, delivering a pristine listening experience that captures the warmth and depth of his iconic voice. This edition, remastered in high-definition audio, brings a new level of clarity and detail to classics from Sinatra’s formative years, making it a valuable addition to any music enthusiast’s collection.
Please Note: Due to additional time afforded by the SACD/CD format, this version contains material not included on the 33-RPM vinyl edition.
Stan Getz – Sweet Rain – Verve (Acoustic Sounds) 180g Vinyl 1LP Gatefold Sleeve
£39.95Verve’s Acoustic Sounds Series features transfers from analog tapes and remastered 180-gram vinyl in deluxe gatefold packaging.
Rediscover the smooth, lyrical sound of Stan Getz with Sweet Rain, beautifully remastered on this Acoustic Sounds Vinyl LP.
Originally released in 1967, this iconic album showcases Getz at his finest, delivering soulful, expressive performances alongside a stellar lineup including Chick Corea on piano, Ron Carter on bass, and Grady Tate on drums.
The Acoustic Sounds edition brings out every subtle nuance of the recording, offering a rich, warm sound that truly captures the essence of Getz’s tenor saxophone.
From the swinging rhythms of “Litha” to the hauntingly beautiful title track, Sweet Rain is a must-have for jazz lovers and vinyl enthusiasts alike. This high-quality pressing ensures an immersive listening experience, bringing the magic of Getz’s timeless music to your turntable.
