Make Me Smile (Ballet For A Girl In Buchannon) (1:57)
So Much To Say, So Much To Give (2:06)
Anxiety's Moment (2:43)
West Virginia Fantasies (1:34)
Colour My World (1:48)
To Be Free (1:34)
Now More Than Ever (2:00)
Fancy Colours (4:50)
Saturday In The Park (6:02)
Mother (5:26)
It Better End Soon (17:41)
I'm A Man (6:44)
Free (7:18)
Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is? (Free Form intro) (5:22)
Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is? (4:47)
25 Or 6 To 4 (6:09)
Review: This comprehensive special edition of this classic album comes across eight sides of vinyl and captures the iconic band at the peak of their early career. Performing in the nation's capital, Chicago delivered a wonderfully dynamic set that showcases their unique fusion of rock, jazz, and brass. It features plenty of great work from the band's well known and distinctive horn section and intricate arrangements. A magnificently captured live recording, it features hits from their early albums such as Chicago Transit Authority and Chicago II, and also takes in fan favourites like 'A Song For Richard & His Friends' and 'Beginnings.' The performance is a testament to Chicago's musical versatility and powerful live presence and this version of it takes you right back to the heart of it all.
South California Purples (with Steve Vai - short version)
Poem 58 (with Steve Vai)
I'm A Man (with Chris Daughtry & Robert Randolph)
Dialogue Part 1 & 2 (with Robert Randolph)
(I've Been) Searchin' So Long
Mongonucleosis
Street Player
Make Me Smile (with Christone"kingfisher" Ingram)
Colour My World (with Christone"kingfisher" Ingram)
Now More Than Ever (with Christone"kingfisher" Ingram)
Call On Me (with Robin Thicke)
Alive Again (with Judith Hill)
Wishing You Were Here (with VoicePlay)
Happy Man (with VoicePlay)
If You Leave Me Now (with VoicePlay)
Look Away (with VoicePlay)
Old Days
Hard Habit To Break (with Chris Daughtry)
Just You 'N' Me
Hard To Say I'm Sorry/Getaway
In The Country (with Robert Randolph)
Saturday In The Park (with Robin Thicke)
Free
You're The Inspiration (with Judith Hill)
Feelin' Stronger Every Day (with Judith Hill)
25 Or 6 To 4 (with All Guest Artists)
Review: Chicago's Live at 55 sees the legendary band celebrating over five decades of music with a performance full of energy and nostalgia. Featuring a mix of classic hits and deeper cuts, the set is a celebration of their enduring legacy. The performance builds with brass-heavy anthems like '25 or 6 to 4' and the smooth 'If You Leave Me Now', proving their ability to mix rock, jazz, and pop seamlessly. With guest appearances adding a fresh layer to the familiar sound, the album captures the essence of Chicago's rich musical history, while continuing to demonstrate their dynamic stage presence.
Little Boy For So Long, Little Boy But Not For Long (10:00)
Arapaho (4:21)
Don't Get Around Much Anymore (12:10)
Review: American saxophone player and composer Clifford Jordan's 1990s Maple Shade Records albums are well thought of for their high-quality ideas. This release features a 1987 live quartet performance from a Baltimore jazz club in which Jordan delivers a mature, lyrical and swinging set encompassing standards like 'Round Midnight' and 'Don't Get Around Much Anymore' alongside his original compositions. The recording was meticulously captured with minimal microphones and high-quality cables so it achieves remarkable realism while blurring the line between live performance and studio recording. This is a definitive glimpse into Jordan's artistry at the height of his career.
Moment's Notice (alternate take 5A (Incomplete)) (4:46)
Lazy Bird (alternate take 2) (7:12)
Review: There are few jazz albums as universally adored and significant as Blue Train. That's no exaggerated remark - it's a record imprinted on 20th Century culture, albeit just one of Coltrane's many incredible works. As part of their continued Tone Poets series, Blue Note are revisiting this landmark and giving it a grand presentation under the banner of The Complete Masters. That means, as well as the official recordings that make up Blue Train, we're also treated to a second disc of additional takes which give you a whole new perspective on these eternal treasures, from a false start of 'Blue Train' to multiple takes on 'Moment's Notice' and 'Lazy Bird'.
Review: John Coltrane's evolving artistry was one of there reasons he remains a jazz icon. His 1961 album Coltrane Jazz saw him transition into his more exploratory phase next to a stellar lineup of musicians like McCoy Tyner on piano, Steve Davis on bass, and Elvin Jones on drums. The album blends hard bop with Coltrane's emerging modal influences. Tracks like 'Little Old Lady' and 'Village Blues' highlight his lyrical saxophone playing and innovative improvisation techniques. The album balances complex compositions with soulful melodies, making it a pivotal record in Coltrane's discography that not only captures a moment of transformation for the artist but also cements his status as a jazz luminary.
Review: Basie Jam is a stellar showcase of Count Basie's enduring prowess in jazz. This 1975 release by Pablo Records, produced by Norman Granz, features an impressive lineup including J.J. Johnson on trombone, Zoot Sims on tenor sax, and Ray Brown on bass. The album exudes a vibrant swing style, with meticulous sound reproduction that places it among the finest recordings of its era. The mix captures a lifelike presence, with instruments positioned distinctly on the soundstage. The gentle taps of Louie Bellson's cymbals, Irving Ashby's warm guitar tones, and the palpable breath in brass instruments add a marvelous sense of realism. Now, reissued for future generations to enjoy and discover once again. This legendary performer is perfectly captured by this recording.
Review: Originally released in 1969, Exciting Drums African Rock Party is the first album from Akira Ishikawa under his Count Buffalo alias. It's a wide-ranging affair which includes covers of contemporary standards such as 'You Keep Me Hanging On', 'Back In The U.S.S.R.' and 'Soul Limbo', all given a bold and brassy jazz revision by Ishikawa's band, which included Hiromasa Suzuki on piano, Masaoki Terakawa on bass and Takeru Muraoka on tenor sax. This is the first time it's been repressed since its release, so you can expect all Japanese jazz aficionados to be jumping on this one quickly.
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