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SWING AND BIG BAND
"Self Portrait [Bluebird Anthology] [BOX SET] [ORIGINAL RECORDING
REMASTERED]"
Artie Shaw
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Compiled with help from Artie Shaw himself, the five-CD "Self
Portrait" is the most comprehensive look at the clarinetist and
bandleader's career, spanning nearly 20 years and including big-band
hits, classic quintet sides, and everything in between.
* Glenn Miller, "Platinum Glenn Miller"
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* Django Reinhardt, "Djangology"
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* Duke Ellington, "Never No Lament: The Blanton-Webster Band"
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See more swing and big-band titles on Bluebird
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BOP, HOT AND COOL
"Bridge [ORIGINAL RECORDING REMASTERED]"
Sonny Rollins
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With the elegant guitarist Jim Hall as his foil, Sonny Rollins
returned from a three-year hiatus in 1962 with "The Bridge," a
pianoless quartet recording and one of his most acclaimed releases.
* Dizzy Gillespie, "The Complete RCA Victor Recordings" http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000002WRX/ncdn">...see more here!
* Paul Desmond and Gerry Mulligan, "Two of a Mind"
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See more bop, hot and cool, on Bluebird
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SINGING SENSATIONS
"Fancy Meeting You Here"
Bing Crosby w/ Billy May & His Orchestra
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In 1958, the inimitable singers Bing Crosby and Rosemary Clooney
joined forces with arranger Billy May to produce "Fancy Meeting You
Here," a lighthearted affair with an around-the-world theme.
* Lena Horne, "Stormy Weather: The Legendary Lena 1941-1958"
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* Carmen McRae, "Sarah: Dedicated to You"
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See more singing sensations on Bluebird
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MODERN SOUNDS
"Freak In"
Dave Douglas
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Trumpeter Dave Douglas continues to successfully push musical
envelopes on his latest release, "Freak In," which adds electronica
into the mix and even features a turntablist.
* Cesaria Evora, "Cesaria Evora: Live in Paris"
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* Fourplay, "Heartfelt"
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* Eliane Elias, "Kissed by Nature"
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See more modern sounds on Bluebird
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EARLY MASTERS
"When the Sun Goes Down: The Secret History of Rock & Roll [BOX SET]
[LIMITED EDITION]"
Various Artists
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Spotlighting both legendary and obscure artists, the four-disc box
set "When the Sun Goes Down: The Secret History of Rock & Roll"
is a wonderful anthology of pre-rock blues recordings from the
Bluebird vaults.
* Hoagy Carmichael and Friends, "Stardust Melody"
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* Fats Waller, "The Very Best of Fats Waller"
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See more early masters on Bluebird
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"The Willies"
Bill Frisell
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With "The Willies," guitarist Bill Frisell continues to turn the
roots of American folk music. Backed by Danny Barnes (the banjo
maestro from the Bad Livers) and Keith Lowe on upright bass, Frisell
offers jazz-infused takes on classic country and folk tunes. What's
amazing is how these songs--originally recorded by the Mississippi
Sheiks, Dock Boggs, the Carter Family, and other country
pioneers--sound perfectly natural in Frisell's jazz idiom.
"Yaya3"
Yaya3
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Three of jazz's best young guns--organist Sam Yahel, saxophonist
Joshua Redman, and drummer Brian Blade--have joined forces to create
"Yaya3." The results are understated, soulful, and bluesy. Yahel's
B-3 provides the perfect backdrop for Redman's solos on these
texture-filled romps. It's an impressive debut.
"Strange Place for Snow"
Est
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Sweden's Esbjörn Svensson Trio offer a new take on the jazz
trio format, with their delicate, original compositions that
seamlessly meld electronic and acoustic sounds. Artful, meditative,
and reminiscent of the jazz found on the ECM label, "Strange Place
for Snow" is low key but infinitely listenable.
"Jazz Chillout"
Various Artists
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For those quiet nights, Blue Note's "Jazz Chillout" may be the
perfect compilation. Included on these two CDs are new gems and
old-school tracks by Donald Byrd, Julie London, Erik Truffaz, Us3,
and Cassandra Wilson. If you're looking for something soothing, this
is it.
POSTED 28 MAY 2002
"Perfecta II"
Eddie Palmieri
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After bursting onto the Latin-music scene in the early '60s, Eddie
Palmieri has spent the last four decades exploring Afro-Caribbean
music, garnering a shelf-load of Latin Jazz Grammys along the way.
"La Perfecta II" mixes the excitement of his early innovations in
salsa, charange, mambo, and other idioms... Read more...
"Secret Heart"
Curtis Stigers
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A brief look at the background of singer and saxophonist Curtis
Stigers offers a fair explanation for his broad and resilient jazz
pedigree. Growing up in Boise, Idaho, he studied clarinet first and
then drums, playing in a succession of rock bands in high school.
This experience allowed him to... Read more...
"Joe Lovano: Viva Caruso"
Ruggiero Leoncavallo
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The ebullient Italian-American jazz tenor-saxophonist Joe Lovano
pays tribute to the legendary Italian tenor Enrico Caruso, employing
small combos and a 12-piece chamber ensemble primarily comprised of
woodwinds, as arranged and conducted by Byron Olsen. Lovano covers
some of Caruso's opera "hits," obscure songs, and traditional
Neapolitan... Read more...
"Dream"
Susannah Mccorkle
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"Verve Unmixed"
Various Artists
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"Sensual Journey"
Will Downing
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POSTED 2 MAY 2002
"Viva Caruso"
Joe Lovano
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Tenor saxophonist Joe Lovano pays tribute to an unlikely fellow
tenor, the opera great Enrico Caruso, on his latest album. "Viva
Caruso" features large and small jazz band arrangements of opera
arias and popular tunes made famous by the Neapolitan singing
legend. Whether performing "Vesti la Giubba" from "Il Pagliacci" or
"O sole mio," Lovano brings soul, wit, and lyricism to these
well-worn songs.
"Stardust"
Bill Charlap
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His dynamic approach to the ivories has been rightfully compared to
Bill Evans, but on "Stardust," pianist Bill Charlap pays tribute to
another jazz legend, Hoagy Carmichael. Tony Bennett's guest vocals
on "I Get Along Without You Very Well" are worth the price of
admission alone. Shirley Horn and Jim Hall also make noteworthy
cameos.
"Medicated Magic"
Dirty Dozen Brass Band
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The Dirty Dozen Brass Band pays tribute to New Orleans jazz with
one of the wildest brass albums imaginable, "Medicated Magic." Guest
vocalists (including Norah Jones, Dr. John, and Olu Dara) lend this
collection of covers (Meters, Professor Longhair) plenty of style,
while the DDBB does its best to keep things funky. A great party
record.
"Rare Delight of You"
John Pizzarelli
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Guitarist-vocalist John Pizzarelli has a timeless sound, so it's no
wonder he's right at home playing with the venerable George Shearing
Quintet on "The Rare Delight of You." This disc, featuring tunes
made famous by Nat "King" Cole, Nancy Wilson, and Peggy Lee, is
understated, laid-back, and refreshing.
"Flyin the Koop"
Stanton Moore
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Posted 9 April 2002
"Belly of the Sun"
Cassandra Wilson
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She may have recorded this disc in the familiar territory of her home state of Mississippi, but Cassandra Wilson's husky, sultry voice explores some thoroughly unchartered musical lands on "Belly of the Sun." Dylan's "Shelter from the Storm," Jimmy Webb's "Wichita Lineman," and even the Band's "The Weight" are given jazzy readings. Overall, it's an eclectic and successful disc from one of jazz's most adventurous divas.
"Rhythm of Life"
Claudia Acuna
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Whether singing "My Romance," "Nature Boy," or an original tune, Chilean-born jazz vocalist Claudia Acuna seems to find the right mix of Latin rhythms and cabaret atmospherics on "Rhythm of Life." Acuña's bold voice and inventive arrangements sound like no one else's. This is a memorable, soulful disc featuring a topflight band that includes Dave Holland and Jeff "Tain" Watts.
"Meant to Be"
Lewis,Ramsey
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Nancy Wilson's vocals somehow evoke both a youthful innocence and years of maturity. Combine that magic with the solid piano playing of Ramsey Lewis and you have a recipe for great music, as heard on "Meant to Be." Here, Wilson's five vocal tracks are interspersed by instrumental numbers where Lewis gets the spotlight.
"The Best of Dianne Reeves"
Dianne Reeves
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Dianne Reeves is one of the most underrated jazz vocalists performing today. One listen to "The Best of Dianne Reeves" proves she's a force to be reckoned with. From standards ("Fascinating Rhythm," "Lullaby of Birdland") to Mongo Santamaria's "Afro Blue" and Joni Mitchell's "River," this compilation showcases Reeves's unerring creative side. A solid best-of CD.
"Triangulo"
Michel Camilo
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With a surplus of style, faultless technique, and great arrangements, pianist Michel Camilo, bassist Anthony Jackson, and drummer Horacio Hernandez deliver one of the most understated yet rewarding jazz discs in recent memory, "Triangulo." Camilo's trademark rhythms reveal his Dominican Republic roots, but he also evokes the best of McCoy Tyner and Chick Corea. A beautiful release, also available in the audiophile SACD format.
Magazine Subscriptions
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GROOVE MASTERS
"Uninvisible"
Medeski Martin & Wood
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As usual, Medeski Martin and Wood bring plenty of experimentalism and in-the-pocket grooves to the table on their latest disc, "Uninvisible." Playful, adventurous, and impossible to describe, this funk fest rocks. A wild ride and one of the group's best albums.
"Next"
Soulive
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Sure, Dave Matthews may lend his bluesy vocals to the ballad "Joyful Girl," but the real thrills on Soulive's "Next" are the album's stylish, genre-blurring tracks. James Brown-inspired funk, plenty of fierce Hammond B3 playing, and even a little hip-hop (thanks to a cameo by the Roots' Black Thought) can be found on this diverse and fascinating album.
GREAT COVERS: JAZZ TAKES ON POP
"Do It Again"
Jeff Golub
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There may be too much grit in Jeff Golub's guitar on "Do It Again" for contemporary jazz lovers, but that's OK. Golub picks soulful, lyrical lines out of his six-string and creates some of the wildest instrumental covers imaginable--"Cut the Cake" by Average White Band, "Cold Sweat" by James Brown, and "Crazy Love" by Van Morrison.
"Infinite"
Dave Douglas
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He's a critic's darling, and on "The Infinite," trumpeter Dave Douglas shows us what the fuss is all about. Backed by Chris Potter on sax and Uri Caine on the Fender Rhodes, Douglas creates a gorgeous, airy release that's both meditative and powerful. Douglas knows how to have fun, too; just check out his wild readings of Rufus Wainwright's "Poses," Björk's "Unison," and Mary J. Blige's "Crazy Games."
NEW CONTEMPORARY AND SMOOTH-JAZZ PICKS
"Live! Across America [LIVE]"
The Rippingtons
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There are few smooth-jazz acts as popular as Russ Freeman and the Rippingtons. "Live Across America" won't disappoint their growing army of fans. Freeman, Eric Marienthal, and Paul Taylor all stretch out on these familiar gems for a little improvisation. The resulting album is sunny, smooth, and satisfying.
"Night Sessions"
Chris Botti
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It came out a few months ago, but we're still spinning Chris Botti's "Night Sessions," an album where the musician's memorable, searching trumpet makes for some truly evocative listening. Shawn Colvin even lends her vocals to "All Would Envy."
Posted 4 April 2002
"Belly of the Sun"
Cassandra Wilson
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...new release available here.
She may have recorded this disc in the familiar territory of her home state of Mississippi, but Cassandra Wilson's husky, sultry voice explores some thoroughly unchartered musical lands on "Belly of the Sun." Dylan's "Shelter from the Storm," Jimmy Webb's "Wichita Lineman," and even the Band's "The Weight" are given jazzy readings. Overall, it's an eclectic and successful disc from one of jazz's most adventurous divas.
"Rhythm of Life"
Claudia Acuna
Our price: $14.99 | You save: $3.99
...new release available here.
Whether singing "My Romance," "Nature Boy," or an original tune, Chilean-born jazz vocalist Claudia Acuna seems to find the right mix of Latin rhythms and cabaret atmospherics on "Rhythm of Life." Acuña's bold voice and inventive arrangements sound like no one else's. This is a memorable, soulful disc featuring a topflight band that includes Dave Holland and Jeff "Tain" Watts.
"Meant to Be"
Lewis,Ramsey
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...new release available here.
Nancy Wilson's vocals somehow evoke both a youthful innocence and years of maturity. Combine that magic with the solid piano playing of Ramsey Lewis and you have a recipe for great music, as heard on "Meant to Be." Here, Wilson's five vocal tracks are interspersed by instrumental numbers where Lewis gets the spotlight.
"The Best of Dianne Reeves"
Dianne Reeves
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...new release available here.
Dianne Reeves is one of the most underrated jazz vocalists performing today. One listen to "The Best of Dianne Reeves" proves she's a force to be reckoned with. From standards ("Fascinating Rhythm," "Lullaby of Birdland") to Mongo Santamaria's "Afro Blue" and Joni Mitchell's "River," this compilation showcases Reeves's unerring creative side. A solid best-of CD.
"Triangulo"
Michel Camilo
Our price: $14.99 | You save: $2.99
...new release available here.
With a surplus of style, faultless technique, and great arrangements, pianist Michel Camilo, bassist Anthony Jackson, and drummer Horacio Hernandez deliver one of the most understated yet rewarding jazz discs in recent memory, "Triangulo." Camilo's trademark rhythms reveal his Dominican Republic roots, but he also evokes the best of McCoy Tyner and Chick Corea. A beautiful release, also available in the audiophile SACD format.
Magazine Subscriptions
"Stereophile" centers around pricey audiophile hardware most of us can only dream about. But the magazine's take on jazz, rock, and classical music is equally awe inspiring.
More magazine subscriptions
...new release available here.
GROOVE MASTERS
"Uninvisible"
Medeski Martin & Wood
Our price: $13.49 | You save: $4.49
...new release available here.
As usual, Medeski Martin and Wood bring plenty of experimentalism and in-the-pocket grooves to the table on their latest disc, "Uninvisible." Playful, adventurous, and impossible to describe, this funk fest rocks. A wild ride and one of the group's best albums.
"Next"
Soulive
Our price: $13.99 | You save: $3.99
...new release available here.
Sure, Dave Matthews may lend his bluesy vocals to the ballad "Joyful Girl," but the real thrills on Soulive's "Next" are the album's stylish, genre-blurring tracks. James Brown-inspired funk, plenty of fierce Hammond B3 playing, and even a little hip-hop (thanks to a cameo by the Roots' Black Thought) can be found on this diverse and fascinating album.
GREAT COVERS: JAZZ TAKES ON POP
"Do It Again"
Jeff Golub
Our price: $14.99 | You save: $3.99
...new release available here.
There may be too much grit in Jeff Golub's guitar on "Do It Again" for contemporary jazz lovers, but that's OK. Golub picks soulful, lyrical lines out of his six-string and creates some of the wildest instrumental covers imaginable--"Cut the Cake" by Average White Band, "Cold Sweat" by James Brown, and "Crazy Love" by Van Morrison.
"Infinite"
Dave Douglas
Our price: $14.99 | You save: $2.99
...new release available here.
He's a critic's darling, and on "The Infinite," trumpeter Dave Douglas shows us what the fuss is all about. Backed by Chris Potter on sax and Uri Caine on the Fender Rhodes, Douglas creates a gorgeous, airy release that's both meditative and powerful. Douglas knows how to have fun, too; just check out his wild readings of Rufus Wainwright's "Poses," Björk's "Unison," and Mary J. Blige's "Crazy Games."
NEW CONTEMPORARY AND SMOOTH-JAZZ PICKS
"Live! Across America [LIVE]"
The Rippingtons
Our price: $13.99 | You save: $3.99
...new release available here.
There are few smooth-jazz acts as popular as Russ Freeman and the Rippingtons. "Live Across America" won't disappoint their growing army of fans. Freeman, Eric Marienthal, and Paul Taylor all stretch out on these familiar gems for a little improvisation. The resulting album is sunny, smooth, and satisfying.
"Night Sessions"
Chris Botti
Our price: $12.34 | You save: $0.65
...new release available here.
It came out a few months ago, but we're still spinning Chris Botti's "Night Sessions," an album where the musician's memorable, searching trumpet makes for some truly evocative listening. Shawn Colvin even lends her vocals to "All Would Envy."
JAZZ TOP SELLERS
1. Norah Jones, "Come Away with Me" http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00005YW4H/ncdn">...new release available here.
2. Diana Krall, "The Look of Love"
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3. Pat Metheny Group, "Speaking of Now"
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More jazz top sellers
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COMING SOON: GREAT JAZZ PRE-ORDERS
* Curtis Stigers, "Secret Heart"
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* Take 6, "Beautiful World"
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* Dirty Dozen Brass Band, "Medicated Magic"
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* Joe Lovano, "Viva Caruso"
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BLUE NOTE CLASSICS
"Moanin'"
Art Blakey
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"Idle Moments"
Grant Green
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"Speak No Evil"
Wayne Shorter
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Blue Note Store
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FREE MUSIC DOWNLOADS
Download songs from hundreds of independent and major-label jazz artists. Available now:
* Chicago Underground Duo, "Exponent Red"
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* John Coltrane, "Giant Steps"
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* Diana Krall, "Besame Mucho"
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* Don Byron, "Bli Blip"
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* Go to all jazz downloads
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MORE TO EXPLORE
Jazz pianist-singer Diana Krall's December 2001 concert from Paris
is now available on DVD and VHS.
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