The Charlie Rouse Band - "Cinnamon Flower: The Expanded Edition". Cinnamon Flower: The Expanded Edition is a reissue of the legendary saxophonist Charlie Rouse's Brazilianinspired 1977 album, originally released on Douglas Records. Nearly 50 years later, Resonance is proud to present this deluxe, definitive edition of Cinnamon Flower, which contains nearly 30 minutes of previously unissued versions of songs from the original release captured by Resonance founder and engineer, George Klabin. 2 LP set on 180g vinyl in gatefold sleeve with extensive liner notes and rare photos.
The Charlie Rouse Band - "Cinnamon Flower: The Expanded Edition". Cinnamon Flower: The Expanded Edition is a reissue of the legendary saxophonist Charlie Rouse's Brazilianinspired 1977 album, originally released on Douglas Records. Nearly 50 years later, Resonance is proud to present this deluxe, definitive edition of Cinnamon Flower, which contains nearly 30 minutes of previously unissued versions of songs from the original release captured by Resonance founder and engineer, George Klabin. CD Wallet packaging with deluxe booklet featuring extensive liner notes and rare photos.
Experience the groundbreaking sound of Charlie Rouse on Two Is One-a funk-infused exploration of jazz that embodies the innovative spirit of Strata-East Records. Originally recorded in 1974 and transferred from the original analog tapes, Two Is One fuses sophisticated soul jazz with post-bop and spiritual influences while highlighting stellar collaborations with guitarists George Davis and Paul Metzke, Cal Scott on electrified cello, and the incomparable Stanley Clarke on electric bass. For the first time ever, this classic from a saxophone legend will be available on CD and digital platforms, as well as on 180-gram vinyl. Pressed at Record Technology Inc. (RTI) and mastered by Kevin Gray at Cohearent Audio with audio transferred directly from the original analog tapes, the vinyl edition comes in high-quality, glossy tip-on gatefold jackets. It also includes new liner notes by Syd Schwartz and never-before-seen photos, making this release a must-have for jazz enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Charlie Rouse's groundbreaking album Two Is One is an exhilarating exploration of the funkier side of jazz that highlights the innovative spirit of Strata-East. Recorded in 1974, Rouse seamlessly blends sophisticated soul jazz with post-bop and spiritual influences while featuring stellar collaborations with guitarists George Davis and Paul Metzke, as well as Cal Scott on electrified cello and the incomparable Stanley Clarke on electric bass.
