Recording News

New From Sony: The Bad Plus, Dave Brubeck and more!

Source: All About Jazz
February 20, 2004

THE BAD PLUS

Arguably the biggest jazz breakout story of 2003, The Bad Plus is back with Give, the avidly anticipated successor to These Are The Vistas, the renegade power piano trio's debut album on Columbia Records. Upping the ante on the promise of their debut record Vistas, Give delivers the group's most challenging and satisfying collection to date. Pre-order Give now for the awesome price of $9.98 and get a signed copy, while supplies last.

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George Harrison 'The Dark Horse Years 1976 - 1992' Slated for Release

Source: All About Jazz
February 20, 2004

George Harrison, referring to his plans to re-release his entire catalog, said in the Summer of 2000, “It's trying to pull all the past that's been accumulated into something new and make it sound like now. Originally [these recordings] were done for vinyl...[It would be desireable to] make a much better digital version of them...so I think to get them all back in the shops niche and crisp and clean and fresh will be good."

this is exactly what Capitol ...

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Jon Faddis's 'Remembrances' Now Available in Multichannel SACD Format

Source: All About Jazz
February 19, 2004

Jazz trumpeter Jon Faddis takes a break from his duties as Music Director of the Carnegie Hall Jazz Band to record a satiny, swinging album that celebrates the old and the new. Chesky Records proudly presents Remembrances, a record showcasing the multi-faceted Mr. Faddis with support from a handpicked fourteen-piece jazz orchestra.

Fans familiar with Mr. Faddis' storming, take-no-prisoners style will find Remembrances a revelation. Leading with Duke Ellington's timeless “Sophisticated Lady," Mr. Faddis plays pretty for the people, displaying ...

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Dr. Chesky's 5.1 Surround Show! on SUPER AUDIO CD by Chesky Records

Source: All About Jazz
February 19, 2004

IT SLICES, IT DICES, IT CHOPS AND IT ROCKS!

It's Dr. Chesky's Magnificent, Fabulous, Absurd & Insane Musical 5.1 Surround Show.

Features 38 tracks of original music and wild sound effects that will shake-up your sound system - all recorded in 5.1 suround sound.

Perfect for parties or just to show off the goods. There isn't another 5.1 disc like it. An awe-inspiring variety of examples of the extremes and dynamics that your system can handle.

A mind-boggling array of ...

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482 Music Announces Release Schedule Through June 2004

Source: All About Jazz
February 18, 2004

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Bob James Trio 'Take It From The Top' Set for February 24 Release On KOCH Records

Source: All About Jazz
February 17, 2004

Tribute Album to Great Pianists Recorded at New York's Hit Factory

LOS ANGELES -- Those who have followed his career from the early years know that Grammy Award winning musician/composer and arranger Bob James' first work and records were trio projects. And, with his new release on KOCH Entertainment, Take It From The Top, James takes us back to his roots with a personal recording in tribute to the great pianists who were so influential in his career. Take It ...

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Andy Narell's 'The Passage' Features Music for Steel Orchestra & Special Guests

Source: All About Jazz
February 17, 2004

On March 23, steel pan virtuoso Andy Narell will release The Passage, a showcase for the 30-piece steelband Calypsociation and three of the greatest soloists in jazz -- Michael Brecker, Paquito D'Rivera and Hugh Masekela.

The story began in 2001 when Narell travelled to Paris and discovered Calypsociation. He recalls, “I could hear after two minutes that I wanted to work with this band." The fit between Narell and Calypsociation was so tight that the band commissioned him to direct, ...

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SteepleChase Jazz Recordings: New Releases for February 2004

Source: All About Jazz
February 17, 2004

STEEPLECHASE

SCCD 36032 - Dexter Gordon - “Loose Walk" More never before released material from the vaults. Recorded live at Copenhagen's Montmartre Jazzhus June 24, 1965 featuring Dexter Gordon (ts), Kenny Drew (pno), Neils-Henning Orsted Pedersen (bass) and Alex Riel (drums). Tunes include: “There'll Never Be Another You", “Come Rain or Come Shine", “I Should Care", and Sonny Stitt's “Loose Walk". Total playing time: 47:31. This one swings! UPC# 716043603220

SCCD 31551 - Harold Danko Trio - “Trilix" ...

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