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Ran Blake - Realization Of A Dream (LP)
Owl Records 012, 1978 France Experimental jazz piece by pianist Ran Blake recorded in Paris. Favorite pick here is the 12 min title track that works its way from mellow improvisation to abstract free jazz. Unplayed stock copy.
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Joachim Kühn - I'm Not Dreaming (LP)
CMP 22 ST, 1983 Germany Experimental jazz recording by Joachim Kühn produced by his brother Rolf Kühn. Not a free jazz record directly but still some seriously avantgarde elements. Stand out cut is Heavy Birthday but take a listen to the abs...
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Jazz Band Ball Orchestra - Home (LP)
Muza SXL 1070, 1974 Poland Number 38 in the Polish Jazz series by 6 piece Kracow unit on a upbeat swinging jazz tip. Pretty scarce pick in this condition, cover with tape residue on seams but looks great.
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Jeremy Steig - Firefly (LP)
CTI 7075, 1977 United States Jeremy Steig's only recording for CTI is a lost masterpiece in my ears. Famed for the jazz funker Hop Scotch but I actually prefer the vocal tracks laid down by Googie Coppola that fit Steig's funky flute perfectly. U...
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Gabor Szabo - Mizrab (LP)
CTI 6026, 1973 Germany Bob James production with Gabor Szabo joined by DeJohnette, Cobham, Carter & Ralph MacDonald on percussion. Nice mix of original compositions and a few soulful covers like a great version of Summer Breeze. German orig...
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Art Farmer - Crawl Space (LP)
CTI 63019, 1977 Germany Abstract Van Gelder recording for CTI with Art Farmer joined by household names includeing Eric Gale, Jeremy Steig and Dave Grusin. Listen to a snippet of Fritz Pauer's Siddhartha for an idea of direction. Spotless vi...
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Art Farmer - The Summer Knows (LP)
Inner City IC 6004, 1977 United States Completely slept on Art Farmer relase on Inner City with the wonderful Manha Do Carnaval that I would imagine a popular choice also for Latin / Brazil collectors. Stunning copy with vinyl and cover in strong EX condit...
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Jerry Hahn - Moses (LP)
Fantasy 9426, 1973 United States Guitar driven jazz rock out on Fantasy with a few very pleasant surprises. First and foremost Merl Sanuders in charge of the organ and secodnly there are two killer tracks to be found. A brilliant cover of Sunshine Su...
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Mike Mandel - Sky Music (LP)
Vanguard VSD 79409, 1978 United States Great version of the Steely Dan classic Peg and the famous fusion breakbeat tune Elephant & Castle. US original in lovely EX condition, cover with 4 cm seam spit to upper seam.
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Ron Carter - Pastels (LP)
Milestone BLPS 19259, 1976 Germany Classic Milestone piece that should appeal to contemporary jazz collectors but also fans who favour discofied jazz. Just check the mellow Woolaphant.... Harvey Mason and Don Sebersky joining Ron Carter so maybe this i...
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James Spaulding - Plays The Legacy.. (LP)
Storyville SLP 1019, 1977 United Kingdom Great and completely slept on release by James Spaulding backed by a top line up in Cedar Walton, Sam Jones, Steve Nelson and Mtume. I particular like the vocal tracks with Avery Brooks. Listen to Caravan. I challenge...
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United Jazz + Rock Ensemble - Live In Berlin (LP)
Mood Records 28 628, 1981 Germany Seldom seen United J+R Ensemble double album with Ian Carr, Wolfgang Dauner, Albert Mangelsdorrf and more getting busy at The Quartier Latin in Berlin. Listen to Charlie Mariano's Red Room. Strong EX condition.
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Chick Corea - Extasis (LP)
Dial Discos, S.A. 54.9035 , 1980 Spain This is truly a special record with Turkish Woman At The Baths one of my all time hypnotic jazz favorites. Listen in although you really need to hear it in full. Spanish release on Dial Discos. Stunning EX condition.
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Bayon - Suite (LP)
Amiga 8 55 772, 1980 Germany Ambient ethno folk made in DDR! Brilliant album by a brilliant group. Bayon is a good choice for any Balearic fan or DJ. Lean back and enjoy a snippet of Fantasia for starters.
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The Super Trio - Birthday Party (LP)
Krém SLPX 37047, 1982 Hungary The Super Trio comprises Balázs Berkes, Imre Kszegi and notably György Vukáy on piano. Add to that a 30 piece big band and you are on for a BIG sound. Not a particular rare record but certainly does not mean it is not...
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Astor Piazzolla - Live In Wien Vol. 1 (LP)
Messidor 115916, 1984 Germany World renowned accordionist Astor Piazzolla with a great jazzed up live set from Vienna. Obviousy influenced by Tango but again he was never shy of exploring different directions which comes to show on this quintet re...
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Jerry Gonzalez - The River Is Deep (LP)
Enja 4040, 1983 Germany Brilliant Afro Cuban dancefloor jazz by Jerry Gonzales and The Fort Apache Band. Should be a popular choice bot for latin jazz and salsa fans. Jerry Gonzales credentials are strong backing several of the heavy hitters...
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Ramsey Lewis - Goin' Latin (LP)
Chess MGAR S-9229 , 1967 Netherlands Hey Mrs Jones, a brilliant soul jazz / latin dancer that is always a popular choice and sounds great played out. A few boogaloo tunes on here as well. Minty condition Chess International with promo stamp on label. Rar...
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George Shearing - Continental Experience (LP)
MPS BASF 20 25612-6, 1976 Germany Off the radar MPS recording that blends George Shearing's smooth piano jazz with some mellow latin vibes through Chino Valdes and Carmelo Garcia on congas and timbales respectively. Backing by Siggi Schwab and Rusty J...
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Various - Folklore E Bossa Nova Do Brasil (LP)
MPS 15102, 1967 Germany Old news that Hans Georg Brunner-Schwer loved his Bossa Nova and even in the early days of Saba he was keen to record some of Brazils finest talents. All quality here but highlights are Sylvia Telles's Dicussao and Ed...
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