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Joanne Brackeen - New True Illusion (LP)
Timeless SJP 103, 1976 Netherlands Such a great album by Joanne Brackeen and Clint Houston. They match each other perfectly and their improvisations are truly unique. Listen to part of Steps What Was for starters. Timeless 1st pressing in spottless EX ...
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Fodé Youla & Africa Djolé - Basikolo (LP)
FMP SAJ-48, 1984 Germany Of all the Africa Djole recordings on FMP this is the best with drum breaks for days but also some really tight spiritual pieces like O Ya Mousoda E. Hypnotic! Vinyl is solid VG+, cover with tear to front.
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Sakari Kukko & Piirpauke - Kirkastus (LP)
Ja & Ro 006, 1981 Germany Amazing collaboration of Finnish talent here with Sakari Kukko & Piirpauke perfectly mastering the blend of folk and jazz. A good listen form start to finish but Factory, Lamb's Polka and Kirkastus stand out to me. St...
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Jolly Kunjappu - Warm Embrace (LP)
Roof 133 023, 1981 Germany Not as rare as his debut but what a treat by the Indian percussionist. Larry Coryell, Frank Loef and Wolfgang Lackerschmid on board making for a jazzy feel but Jolly stays true to his origins and provides a hypnotic I...
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Brigeen Doran's Kjol - Sunny Day (LP)
Roof 133 023, 1981 Germany Essential fusion jazz with a thick slice of funkyness throughout. The title track Sunny Day is a masterpiece in my ears with a spacey fusion feel. Good choice for producers as well nicely fitted with breaks and loops....
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Sibylle Pomorin Quartett - Winterkönig (LP)
KonnexST 5012, 1987 Germany Ultra rare experimental jazz recorded live at Berlin's famous Quaismodo club in 1986. Some funky elements on Untitled and El Djouf but mainly a suggested choice for free jazz fans. Check some of the fine solo work by ...
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Sinyara Ptitsa - From Heart To Heart (LP)
Melodia c60 10865, 1979 Russia Groovy jazz rock made in Moscow with good breaks on a few tracks. Very credible EX condition record, Melodia jacket with writing on back.
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Curt Cress - Avanti (LP)
WEA 24-0133-1, 1983 Germany Like new copy of this cosmic jazz essentiality by multitalented fusion jazz drummer, arranager, composer Curt Cress. Sundance alone makes the investment worthwhile anyday but more in a similar vein on offer.
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Georges Schmitt - La Flute De Pan Magique (LP)
Metronome 0060091, 1977 Germany What a great surprise. On an album spanning mainly average pan flute fusion and electronics, Jean Luc Ceddaha gets to show off his talents on percussions. Great breaks on a record not so easy to find.
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Guiseppe Solera - Pan Acustics (LP)
Schariwari PM 15001-C, 1981 Germany Pan flute records are always a little difficult and often turn out really bad but when played by Guiseppe Solera and backed by Siegfried Schwab it can work wonders as well. No upbeat jazz dancers to be found here obvi...
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Ralph Towner - Solstice (LP)
ECM 1095, 1977 Germany Great ECM release with Ralph Towner backed by Jan Garbarek, Eberhard Weber and Jon Christensen. Laidback at time, experimental and upbeat at others. Near perfect copy with vinyl not far from mint, only flaw is faint w...
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Pat Metheny - 80/81 (LP)
ECM 1180/81, 1980 Germany Fantastic ECM double album release that stand out thanks to the paring of Jack DeJohnette and Charlie Haden. Credit to the rest of the gang here but these two gents gives 'drum and bass' a whole new and different mean...
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Jack DeJohnette's Directions - New Rags (LP)
ECM 1103, 1977 Germany Brilliant fusion affair by Jack DeJohnette and crew including the famous bassline by Mike Richmond on Minya's The Mooch perfectly flipped by Tip on Buggin Out. German original in laminated cover, ECM sticker on front....
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Keith Jarrett - Nude Ants (LP)
ECM 1171/72, 1980 Germany Wonderful live setting with some of the finest ECM personnel, Jan Garbarek, Palle Danielsson and Jon Christensen on board. Varied in style from fusion to post bop. A little less abstract to what one tends to get used ...
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Stavros Xarhakos - Horis Logia (LP)
Columbia 2J 062-70141 , 1974 Greece Mindblowing ethno jazz / avantgarde by the Greek master. Both sides are lentghy interpretations of the Horis Logia theme. Should sit well with fans of jazzy cinematica. Original first press in gatefold sleeve. Stronge...
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Thelonious Monk - April In Paris (LP)
Milestone M-47060, 1981 United States Great double album perfectly capturing Thelonious Monk's first live appearance in France. Recorded in Paris 1961 and originally relased on Riverside enjoy this high-end Fantasy pressing with texted gatefold cover. Rec...
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Sonny Rollins - Great Moments With (LP)
MCA 2-4127, 1981 United States Fantastic double album comp of Impulse works by the mighty Sonny Rollins. On Green Dolphon Street, East Broadway Run Down and much more. US original in EX shape with minimal surface wear however little dusty so needs ...
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Herb Ellis - In Session With Herb Ellis (LP)
Guitar Player P 12667, 1975 United States Brilliant educational recording by legendary Herb Ellis, one of the finest guitarist in the jazz game. Seldom seen album on Guitar Player Productions. Strong EX vinyl grade, cover with light storage wear.
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Herb Ellis - The Midnight Roll (LP)
Epic LA 16034, 1962 United States Herb Ellis is joined by the All-Stars here comprised by Roy Eldridge, Buddy Tate, Ray Bryant and more. Very groovy 60s jazz that both fans of swing and bop would enjoy. US stereo original Epic High Fidelity pressing ...
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The Jimmy Giuffre 3 - 7 Pieces (LP)
Verve MG V-8307, 1959 United States Brilliant trio jazz with Jimmy Guiffee joined by Harry Jones and Red Mitchell. Time Machine is my favorite but all in all good stuff and a must to Westcoast jazz fans. Rare Verve Clef Series original deep groove pres...
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