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"Empyrean Isles" by Herbie Hancock is recorded this thursday June 1964. I admire this Blue Note classic for its bold fusion of hard bop, soulful grooves and love the exceptional interplay between Hancock, Freddie , Ron & Tony…. Standout tracks like "Cantaloupe Island" demonstrate the album's engaging and innovative Jazz
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Chaloff's playing is simply sublime. I like this kind of Sax tone which is full-bodied . His playing is very expressive, with a wonderful sense of nuance and phrasing.
The rhythm section, featuring Sonny Clark on piano, David Allyn on bass, and Philly Joe Jones on drums, is tight and responsive, providing a perfect foundation.
The sound quality is exceptional with expansive soundstage, Chaloff's playing is simply fantastic and his baritone growls through my PAP open baffle speaker Horns as if he is playing in front me.
Yet another Tone poet gem from blue note!
Thanks for this recommendation! Enjoyed all of the tracksView attachment 91753
Chaloff's playing is simply sublime. I like this kind of Sax tone which is full-bodied . His playing is very expressive, with a wonderful sense of nuance and phrasing.
The rhythm section, featuring Sonny Clark on piano, David Allyn on bass, and Philly Joe Jones on drums, is tight and responsive, providing a perfect foundation.
The sound quality is exceptional with expansive soundstage, Chaloff's playing is simply fantastic and his baritone growls through my PAP open baffle speaker Horns as if he is playing in front me.
Yet another Tone poet gem from blue note!
Have this exact pressing! It's a great one. Been a frequent customer of Mr Bongo releases for years now. Their selection is second to none.One of the most popular 70s Japanese jazz funk albums was actually made in the US, with Kawasaki being the only non-American in the group. Keyboardist Tom Coster, famous for his time spent with Santana, adds some funky sound effects to the mix.
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Incidentally, the Lonnie Smith record above is also from Mr Bongo. And I agree, much better quality than some of the new releases from other labels.Have this exact pressing! It's a great one. Been a frequent customer of Mr Bongo releases for years now. Their selection is second to none.