Vinyl
Henry Mancini – Breakfast At Tiffany’s – 180G Speakers Corner Vinyl
£39.95The “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” soundtrack by Henry Mancini, reissued by Speakers Corner on 180g vinyl, offers an audiophile-grade listening experience, showcasing Mancini’s iconic blend of jazz and pop elements.
This edition is celebrated for its rich sound quality, bringing new life to timeless tracks like “Moon River,” enhanced by meticulous all-analog mastering from the original master tapes.
The release is part of a series that aims to preserve the integrity and warmth of original recordings, making it a must-have for both dedicated fans of the film and collectors of classic film scores.
Herbie Hancock – Crossings – Speakers Corner 180g Vinyl LP
£39.95Herbie Hancock – Crossings is a captivating journey into Herbie Hancock’s innovative fusion of jazz, funk, and experimental soundscapes. This premium 180g pressing from Speakers Corner delivers exceptional clarity and warmth, bringing every nuanced detail of Hancock’s visionary performance to life. A must-have for discerning jazz aficionados and vinyl collectors, Crossings showcases the pioneering spirit that redefined modern music. Elevate your collection with this iconic release that continues to inspire and challenge musical boundaries.
Herbie Nichols – The Prophetic Herbie Nichols Vol. 1 & 2 Blue Note Re-Issue Vinyl LP
£29.95Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition on 180-gram LP
Art Blakey’s 1960 hard bop classic, The Big Beat, introduced one of the greatest line-ups of the Jazz Messengers with the legendary drummer joined by Lee Morgan, Wayne Shorter, Bobby Timmons, and Jymie Merritt. 3 of the 6 tunes were composed by Shorter, but the album is best-known for an unforgettable version of Timmons’ enduring hit “Dat Dere.” Blue Note Classic Vinyl Series is all-analog, mastered by Kevin Gray from the original master tapes, and pressed on 180-gram vinyl at Optimal in Germany.
Herbie Nichols Trio – Herbie Nichols Trio (Mono) – Blue Note Records (Tone Poet Series) 180g Vinyl LP
£35.00Herbie Nichols was one of the most original pianists and composers in jazz history.
Blue Note founder Alfred Lion considered him to be as unique and important a voice as Thelonious Monk, another singular talent who Lion was the first to record a few years before he signed Nichols in 1955.
Little-known during his lifetime, recognition has begun to grow in recent decades for Nichols’ incredibly hip, angular compositions, each of which were miniature marvels built with their own sturdy inner logic.
Horace Parlan – Speakin’ My Piece (Classic Vinyl Series) Blue Note Records Vinyl LP
£24.99Best known for his work with Charles Mingus, pianist Horace Parlan began recording for Blue Note in 1960 with an excellent run of hard bop classics including Speakin’ My Piece, a quintet date featuring a frontline of Stanley Turrentine on saxophone and Tommy Turrentine on trumpet with the rhythm team of George Tucker on bass and Al Harewood on drums.
This Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition is stereo, all-analog, mastered by Kevin Gray from the original master tapes, and pressed on 180g vinyl at Optimal.
Horace Silver – Silver’s Serenade Blue Note Tone Poet Series 180g Vinyl LP
£44.95The program on Silver’s Serenade consists of five Silver tunes that epitomize his exceptional compositional style: captivating melodies, sophisticated harmonies, and intricate rhythmic inventions with a soulful and unerring sense of swing at the core.
From the relaxed groove of the opening title track to the hard-charging finale “Nineteen Bars” the Quintet delivers their swan song with style.
Horace Tapscott – TAPSCOTT and WINDS – Nimbus Vinyl LP
£44.95Limited Edition 1000 from the 1/2” MASTER TAPES
How it was intended to be heard from the 1/2” Analog MASTER TAPES.
Available for the first time from these Analog sources.
Horace Tapscott Conducting The Pan-Afrikan Peoples Arkestra: Flight 17 – Pure Pleasure Records Vinyl Lp
£29.95Horace Tapscott’s “Flight 17,” conducted with the Pan-Afrikan Peoples Arkestra and released by Pure Pleasure Records, is a powerful exploration of avant-garde jazz fused with African musical traditions.
This vinyl record captures the ensemble’s vibrant and dynamic performances, reflecting Tapscott’s visionary leadership and commitment to cultural expression through music.
Horace Tapscott Conducting The Pan-Afrikan Peoples Arkestra: The Call – Pure Pleasure Records Vinyl LP
£29.95There are certain albums you hear something new every time you revisit the music and this is one of those albums. An important part of Afro-American history; the politics and art which surrounded the album. If you get a chance check out the film ‘Horace Tapscott, Musical Griot’, by filmmaker Barbara McCullough, or buy the book ‘Songs Of The Unsung’: The Musical & Social Journey of Horace Tapscott’
UK VIBE Mark Jones
Howard McGhee – Maggie’s Back In Town! – Contemporary Records (Acoustic Sounds Series) 180g Vinyl
£45.00Just in time for summer comes this reissue featuring the criminally unsung Howard McGhee, the dexterous bebop trumpeter who’s frequently compared to greats such as Dizzy Gillespie and Fats Navarro. Maggie’s Back in Town!! (Maggie was McGhee’s nickname), captures the musician’s triumphant return to music in 1961. AllMusicrates the album as, “McGhee’s finest recording of the period.” He overachieves in rhythmic fluidity, a through line that’s particularly potent in seemingly carefree songs such as “Sunset Eyes” and the title track.
This new edition, released as part of the Contemporary Records Acoustic Sounds Series, features (AAA) lacquers cut from the original master tapes by Bernie Grundman and is pressed on 180-gram vinyl at QRP, and presented in a Stoughton Printing tip-on jacket
Ike Quebec – Heavy Soul – Blue Note Records Tone Poet Classic Vinyl Series
£24.95Ike Quebec’s aptly titled 1961 album Heavy Soul was a soul jazz masterclass with the tenor saxophonist joined by Freddie Roach on organ, Milt Hinton on bass, and Al Harewood on drums. Ike’s robust horn conjures a variety of moods from up-tempo swingers to sultry slow-tempo stunners closing with a spellbinding duo rendition of “Nature Boy” with Hinton.
This Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition is stereo, all-analog, mastered by Kevin Gray from the original master tapes, and pressed on 180g vinyl at Optimal.
J.Geils Band – The Morning After – 180g Mofi Vinyl
£49.95Mastered from the Original Master Tapes
Limited to 3,000 Copies
Mobile Fidelity Numbered-Edition 180g Vinyl LP Explodes with Lively Dynamics, Realistic Tones, and Gut-Punching Rhythms
Experience the high-energy sound of the J. Geils Band with The Morning After, now available on 180g Mofi Vinyl LP. Originally released in 1971, this classic album captures the band’s raw, electrifying blend of rock, blues, and soul, featuring fan favourites like “Looking for a Love” and “Cry One More Time.” Remastered with Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab’s renowned attention to detail, this 180g vinyl edition delivers superior audio fidelity, bringing out every nuance of the band’s gritty performances and infectious energy.
With its punchy rhythms, blistering guitar work, and powerful vocals, The Morning After sounds better than ever on this premium vinyl pressing. Perfect for fans and audiophiles alike, this edition is a must-have addition to your vinyl collection, offering an immersive listening experience that truly captures the essence of the J. Geils Band at their peak.
