CD Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers – Just Coolin'
Prekės būklė: Naudotas
| 1 | Hipsippy Blues | 6:40 |
| 2 | Close Your Eyes | 6:26 |
| 3 | Jimerick | 6:22 |
| 4 | Quick Trick | 4:43 |
| 5 | M&M | 5:59 |
| 6 | Just Coolin' | 8:43 |
Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers – Just Coolin' (Blue Note, 2020)
Unearthed from the Blue Note vaults after more than 60 years, Just Coolin' is a seminal 1959 studio session that captures Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers at the peak of their creative powers. Recorded on March 8, 1959, at Rudy Van Gelder’s legendary Hackensack studio, this long-shelved gem features the quintessential hard-bop lineup: Lee Morgan (trumpet), Hank Mobley (tenor sax), Bobby Timmons (piano), and Jymie Merritt (bass) alongside Blakey’s propulsive drumming.
This 2020 release, masterfully remastered by Kevin Gray, offers a rare studio perspective of a repertoire that was famously recorded live at Birdland just five weeks later. While the live recordings are known for their heat, these studio takes provide a crisp, detailed look at the band's interplay and soulful "Blue Note sound." The six-track set includes two previously unissued compositions, "Quick Trick" and "Jimerick," alongside definitive versions of mid-century jazz staples.
Key Highlights:- Authentic Hard-Bop: A 39-minute masterclass in the genre the Messengers helped pioneer.
- Previously Unreleased Content: Featuring the rare compositions "Quick Trick" and "M+M."
- Audiophile Quality: Remastered in stereo from the original tapes for exceptional clarity and depth.
- Classic Tracks: Includes the soulful, minor-blues opener "Hipsippy Blues" and the lush ballad "Close Your Eyes."
Whether you are a seasoned collector or a newcomer to the Blue Note catalog, Just Coolin' is a prized addition that perfectly bridges the gap between bebop and soul-jazz.