Two CDs. Harold Melvin's four albums for Philly International Records, dating from 1972, '73 and '75. All four albums were Billboard Top 100 with 'To Be True' and 'Wake Up Everybody' No. 1 RnB albums. These recordings produced the huge hits of 'If You Don't Know Me By Now', 'Bad Luck', 'The Love I Lost', 'Wake Up Everybody' and 'Don't Leave Me This Way', When Melvin left Philly, and with Teddy Pendergrass also going solo, the band were unable to replicate their earlier success; however, these recordings are some of the finest black music ever. Digitally remastered and slipcased, and with extensive new notes.
Two CD set containing a pair of Chuck Mangione albums dating from 1983 and 1985, originally for Columbia Records. Former Art Blakey sidesman Chuck Mangione has had a long and distinguished career as a master of the flugel horn. His recorded work is vast and Mangione has won Grammys for his work. MInterestingly, Philly producer Tom Bell collaborated with Mangione on 'Eyes Of The Veiled Temptress'.Digitally remastered and slipcased. With extensive new notes by Charles Waring
Three albums from jazz vibraphonist Gary Burton, dating from 1961, 1962 and 1968. 'New Vibe Man In Town' was his debut album for RCA with Joe Morello on drums. 'Who Is Gary Burton' again had Morello on drums with Phil Woods and Clark Terry amongst others. 1968's 'In Concert' features jazz guitarist Larry Coryell. Burton had a long and distinguished career, finally retiring in 2017. Digitally remastered and slipcased, and with extensive new notes by Charles Waring
Digitally remastered two CD set containing a trio of albums by the jazz great. Acclaimed tenor saxophonist Turrentine's CTI albums from 1971, 1973 and 1975. Musicians featured on these recordings include Milt Jackson, Billy Cobham, Bob James, Deodata, Airto and Eric Gale. All the albums were produced by Creed Taylor with the material being a mixture of Turrentine originals and from a host of respected jazz composers. Slipcased with extensive new notes.
Digitally remastered two CD set containing a trio of albums from Jazz saxophonist Stanley Turrentine's CTI catalog, originally released in 1970 and 1971. All-star musicians accompanying Turrentine include George Benson, Freddie Hubbard, Billy Cobham, Deodato, Airto Moreira and Ron Carter. Includes "Sugar," "Impressions," "Solo El Fin," "Historia de Amor," "Traveling Light," "Storm," "Gibraltar" and more!
Digitally remastered two CD set containing jazz guitarist Jim Hall's three albums for CTI, released between 1975 and 1982. Amongst the sidesmen on Concierto are Paul Desmond, Steve Gadd and Chet Baker. Big Blues is a collaboration with Art Farme. Studio Trieste again is a partnership, this time with Chet Baker and Hubert Law. Hall sadly died in his sleep in 2013, a few days after his 83rd birthday.
Digitally remastered two CD set containing a pair of albums from the Jazz guitarist: Splendido Hotel (1980) and Electric Rendezvous (1981). Both made the U.S. Top 200 Albums chart. Splendido Hotel features Chick Corea and Steve Gadd, whilst Electric Rendezvous has Jan Hammer and Paco de Lucia amongst others. BGO. 2010.
Digitally remastered two-fer containing a pair of albums from the Jazz guitarist on one CD: Elegant Gypsy (1977) and Casino (1978). Former Return to Forever guitarist Di Meola embarked on a solo career with these two albums. Elegant Gypsy features Jan Hammer, Steve Gadd and Paco de Lucia. Both albums made the US Top 100 and helped launch Di Meola's international career. BGO. 2010.
Digitally remastered two CD set containing a pair of albums from the legendary guitarist and Mahavishnu Orchestra leader: Electric Guitarist and Electric Dreams (both released in 1979). Ex-Graham Bond and Brian Auger guitarist McLaughlin's career took off when he went to the States in 1969 to join Tony Williams' Lifetime. From then on, he became one of the most acclaimed Jazz/Rock guitarists of the '70s and beyond. 15 tracks. Beat Goes On. 2010.
Digitally remastered two CD set containing a trio of albums from this Jazz/Funk outfit formed by bassist Stanley Clarke and keyboard player George Duke. This trio of albums were originally released between 1981 and 1990. 31 tracks. Beat Goes On. 2010.
Import. Remaster album of live performance at the famous Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club in London. Bernard "Buddy" Rich (September 30, 1917 Brooklyn, New York - April 2, 1987) was an American jazz drummer and bandleader. Rich was billed as "the world's greatest drummer" and was known for his virtuoso technique, power, and speed. A consummate player, Rich's prowess ranged from light-as-a-feather sensitivity behind piano trios to a G-force sound in big bands. But it was the latter ensembles that won him recognition. Rich began his big band work with Joe Marsala in 1937, followed by gigs with Bunny Berigan, Harry James, Artie Shaw and Benny Carter. In 1939, he joined Tommy Dorsey's band, where he cemented his reputation as a big band artist and roomed with singer Frank Sinatra. This famed musician received outstanding recognition throughout his career. The Downbeat Magazine Hall of Fame Award, the Modern Drummer Magazine Hall of Fame Award and the Jazz Unlimited Immortals of Jazz Award are just a few of his numerous honors. Rich gained international attention for such master compositions as his 10-minute West Side Story medley. BGO Records. UK. 2008.
