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This is one of my favorite albums. It’s hard bop but with a twist. And the twist is provided by Eric Dolphy of course.

His playing is one of a kind and brings a bit of spice to this otherwise quite conventional hard bop session. Dolphy’s mastery of the rarely used bass clarinet and flute are astounding and adds interesting depths and dimensions compared to many other albums in my collection. Eric Dolphy was a superb musician and composer. I have started to explore his other, freer stuff as well and it’s great.

I’ve listened to his live work with Mingus on their tour of Europe in 1964 and he just blows everyone away.This is just the first of many other albums of his that I will try and acquire. I actually bought another copy of this a while back. It was a good copy, but with a few tics. So I upgraded straight away, cause I had the opportunity, to this wonderful copy that is M- all around. I did the same with another New Jazz title as well at the same time.

I will post that album next I think, stay tuned for that. So I now have duplicates of these two titles. Don’t know if I will sell the duplicates or not, we’ll see.What I also enjoy a lot about this session is that it has Roy Haynes on drums. As a drummer myself I really appreciate his playing and the sound of his drums.

He plays with a lot of finesse. His snare work is exceptional. Also a great benefit to this album is that it has Freddie Hubbard on it, who is one of the greatest trumpeters of all time and one of my personal favorites. I think the album has a nice blend of tunes. It pretty much has got all the things I’m looking for in a hard bop album.

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It’s hard to pick a favorite tune, they are all great and very enjoyable. But maybe the beautiful ballad “Glad To Be Unhappy” takes 1st price. The flute playing is just out of this world. For more amazingly beautiful jazz flute listen to “Sketch of Melba” from Dolphy’s “Out There” album, also on New Jazz.I would highly recommend this album if you are unfamiliar with it. It would be interesting to hear what you guys think of this album and if you have other Dolphy favorites you would like to share?I’ve been able to secure some nice albums of late and will post them here on the site so stay tuned for more wonderful, vintage original jazz LP’s cheers! Back from a summer vacation which provided a healthy dose of sun and outdoor activities.

Great to be back posting vintage jazz albums though. This is a great album. A really nice copy.

The images aren’t doing it justice. My camera on my old iPhone 6 Plus is pretty thrashed and is not working well at all. I will upgrade to an iPhone XS before long. Let’s hope the images will be of better quality then.I have several albums featuring Mobley but this is the only one where he plays the only horn in the band. He does a great job. It’s smooth, warm and relaxing music even when the tempo is a bit faster.

I’m impressed Blakey’s playing on this one as well. He plays quite delicate. He usually is a force of nature pounding away on the drums and crashing cymbals, sometimes lacking a bit of finesse.

But on this album he plays a bit lighter it seems. A good and interesting contrast. The tunes are all very nice.

The band is cooking. You can’t really go wrong with Hank Mobley on the tenor sax, Wynton Kelly on the keys, Paul Chambers on the double bass and Art Blakey on drums.I have searched and waited for a good copy. I really enjoy it so the search have been on for quite a while. Really happy to finally have secured it. One interesting thing is that many fellow jazz fans hold “Soul Station” in very, very high regard. Citing it as their favorite Mobley album.

I think it’s great. It’s up there among his best output.

But is it the best, for me? I’m not sure. Ajax live search. I haven’t listened to all of his albums, but of the ones I have listened to it has to be in the top 3.I think it would be really interesting to hear you guys opinion on this album and where it’s placed on your Mobley favorites list.

Maybe you can name your top 3 Mobley albums? He is such a loved artist among jazz record collectors, as his albums frequently sell for very high prices. Maybe that is also because of other factors, as if it’s on Blue Note, if it’s really rare or if it has some other really popular cat on it. But I believe people want his albums because of his beautiful, laid back playing and composing skills as well.I have managed to acquire some nice pieces lately and I’m excited about that. Stay tuned for those showing up here on the site.

I’d like to expand my collection a bit faster, but it’s very difficult when you are after these type of original 1st pressings in decent condition. Slowly but surely it has to be that way.Have great day everyone, cheers! A fantastic album by a true genius. I have just started to explore the albums on which Mingus is the leader.

This is my first album by him. Seems a pretty good way to start. I have sunk my teeth into 60’s post bop and free jazz quite a bit for the past 6 months or so. This isn’t hard bop. I really dig the different sounds, layers and influences on this album. From what I’ve gathered it is partially written as a ballet.

The arrangements are inspiring and so well executed by all players. One of them is a fellow Swede, Rolf Ericson on trumpet, which is very cool.

I have a lot of his output on several 7” Metronome EP’s and I love him. The album has elements of classical and even a little touch of flamenco or mariachi music and It’s so powerful. A big, bold sound.

The vinyl sounds superb just like all the other Impulse! Albums that I’ve heard so far.The music stays highly interesting and engaging in all kinds of ways all the way through. This is a masterpiece and I’m looking forward to exploring more of the Mingus catalogue. I’m taking it slowly and I like it that way. To really discover a few artists at the time. Right now it’s a lot of Coltrane, Eric Dolphy, Thelonious Monk and also Mingus. I’m taking my time.

Enjoying a few albums at the time and let them sink in. It’s a beautiful thing to have so many great records still to listen to. Some of the great geniuses takes a lot of time to fully grasp and the journey will be interesting and hopefully very fulfilling.I’m enjoying exploring the period after the 50’s and early 60’s hard bop and getting into a lot of the Impulse! Output and later Blue Note stuff. Like I’ve said, I’m exploring free jazz as well. Coltrane’s late period for example.

Some Albert Ayler as well. It’s an exciting time!Questions for my readers: What’s your take on Mingus and this album in particular? Do you have a favorite album by him that you can recommend?Summer’s here in Stockholm for real and vacation time is not far away now. I’m aiming to add one or two records to the collection in the next month or so. I have some more as well in the collection that I haven’t posted yet, so stay tuned Cheers! This is my first “later” original Blue Note.

Historically, I haven’t been focusing on these later Blue Notes in the 4000 series. But I have explored quite a few now and there are many superb efforts. This Morgan is of course one of them. They are much cheaper than the earlier releases in the 1500 and 4000 series so that makes them very attractive as well. When there is a choice between mono and stereo I’ll go for mono, so this copy is just that. It’s in superb condition and sounds wonderful. It came with the original shrink wrap but I removed it.

My long-time readers will know that I have a special affection for Lee Morgan. Of all the great trumpeters in jazz he is my favorite. I have a few nice LP’s by him and this a very welcome addition to the collection. It captures him a little bit later into his career than I’m used to and he plays very mature and still showcases his brilliant tone and technique. All compositions are by Lee Morgan which really shows what a great composer he was.The band consists of Morgan on trumpet, Wayne Shorter on tenor sax, Grant Green on guitar, Herbie Hancock on piano, Reginald Workman on double bass and Billy Higgins on drums.

They sound great together. Except for Morgan the others don’t appear on any other original album that I have, from what I can recall. But as I start collecting a few more of these later Blue Notes I know I will end up with more albums with these players. I know Billy Higgins for example plays on many albums from the 60’s.

I dig his style of drumming. Looking forward to more albums featuring him. Wayne Shorter plays great and some more of his output is also worth checking out of course. I’m not a super big fan of guitars in jazz and I don’t own many albums with a guitar player but Grant Green sounds really good and I enjoy his playing. Listening to jazz guitar is a nice change up from time to time. Herbie Hancock I know of of course, but I haven’t explored much from him as of yet.

I’m sure I will dive deeper into his catalogue sooner or later.Overall, this album is very nice indeed with a little different sound and feeling than most of my other albums. I’ve been slowly getting into some later recordings from the Impulse! Catalogue for example, some stuff from the later Blue Note 4000 series and even later stuff from different labels. I seem to find a lot of good music there. Albums from the Impulse!

Catalogue in particular I’ve been enjoying a lot lately. Coltrane of course, but other stuff as well. McCoy Tyner’s trio efforts for example. How does the saying go so many records, so little time.

Certainly rings true for me. I’m enjoying a few hours by myself right now and I’m taking the opportunity to listen to some records and just relaxing. These moments are rare so I’m really enjoying the moment.Some questions for my readers: What’s your take on this Morgan album and how do you think it holds up compared to his other work? Some of your favorite “later” (let’s say from 4100 and onwards) Blue Notes?Spring is in full bloom here in Stockholm and summer’s not far away now.

I’m looking forward to a sweet summer vacation, which I’ve been saving up for for many months now. Can’t wait!Stay tuned for more albums from the collection. Have a great day! This is one of my favorite albums. It’s very high quality piano trio jazz.

And it features one of my favorite double bassists in Henry Grimes. Also, it’s one of my very best sounding albums. It sounds absolutely amazing.As far as piano trios goes I hold the classic Bill Evans trio the highest, but then this trio is staking it’s claim on second place. I hold the Tommy Flanagan effort ”Overseas” on Prestige very high as well.

There’s a lot of other very good piano trio albums that I haven’t completely absorbed yet. But so far the album on display here is, for me, one of the best I’ve heard.All the tunes are very enjoyable. It’s a very nice mix of tunes. The personnel is fabulous. McCoy Tyner is so lyrical in his playing, and plays with such ease and feeling. Roy Haynes on drums is wonderful and he has such a nice drum sound here. He plays very delicate and I love his style.

The cymbals sounds like heavenly chimes. The snare work is exceptionally good as well. And then we have the double bass. Henry Grimes can’t find the words really. He’s one of my top three jazz bassists. When I got into jazz for real it started when I saw an old black and white concert of Sonny Rollins playing in Sweden on Swedish television together with Joe Harris and Henry Grimes.

Sonny was up for the Polar Music Prize that year, that’s why they showed this concert. The young, modest bassist caught my attention. He was just so cool but at the same time looking very sweet. Total control on his instrument. He just made it look so easy standing there playing this big old double bass.

I’ve loved him from that moment on. I also saw him on a YouTube clip later, with him playing with Gerry Mulligan, Art Farmer and Dave Bailey. To be honest, I haven’t explored all of his work as of yet (far from it), but the stuff I’ve heard him play, especially on ”Reaching Fourth”, and the whole back history he has when he was lost and found together with my first encounter with him playing with Sonny Rollins just makes him special to me. Love his style and sound.If you dig piano trios, then this is definitely one to pick up. And a 1st pressing doesn’t cost an absolute fortune. That’s one of the great benefits of the Impulse!

Label.Have a great week folks. This of course is a great record and one of the best known recorded jazz sessions of all time. I feel it’s very enjoyable. A superb effort. I like the laidback feeling throughout and the sound. But I appreciate a lot of other records just as much. It’s not like it’s completely outstanding to me.

So for me musically, this a record with no higher status than a lot of my other albums. But again; it’s a superb album, no doubt.This is the only Columbia record in my collection. Will it stay that way? Probably not though. I haven’t listened to it in ages. Except for maybe ”So What” digitally a few times between the vinyl sessions.

What a fantastic tune that is. The intro is sublime and when Miles solo finally starts it’s just so smooth and deeply satisfying. To put this album on the turntable today was a nice revisit. Listening to ”All Blues” as I write this and the sound is excellent I must say. Love the crystal clear sound of Jimmy Cobbs ride cymbal.Bill Evans is on this which alone makes this album worth having. As well as Coltrane.

All the players are all stars though.”Flamenco Sketches” which closes the 2nd side is beautiful and quite special.Anyone who has something they want to add about this album is most welcome to share their thoughts.I have started to save up for a grand summer vacation. But I will do my utmost to set aside some dough for some nice album as well. We’ll see what happens.Treasure your vinyl folks.

Cause it’s just as imperfect and fragile as life itself and therefore beautiful. Stay tunedCheers! I’ve started to explore the Impulse! Label for real. I’ve bought a couple of titles. There’s a lot of wonderful albums to discover, as well as musicians you haven’t heard before. The type of jazz released on this label comes with great variety, which makes it interesting and you’ll discover new or/and different flavors with each release.

I’m intrigued with what I’ve heard thus far and I will continue to explore the label with great excitement. I will of course seek out all the Coltrane albums but there is so much more to sink your teeth in.I’ve fallen in love with the rhythm section of Elvin Jones and Jimmy Garrison. Elvin Jones is just phenomenal. I love his style, touch and sound. So the LP on display here is right up my alley. It’s a very diverse album with a nice blend of tunes. The personnel are Elvin Jones on drums, Jimmy Garrison on double bass, McCoy Tyner on piano, Sonny Simmons on alto sax and English horn, Charles Davis on baritone sax and Prince Lasha on clarinet and flute.

Three of the cats I haven’t heard before, and it is interesting to soak in their different styles, especially when they deliver some stuff on instruments I do not often listen to; like the english horn, clarinet and flute. They all sound great. Highly recommended.I love the packaging of these old Impulse! The beautiful, heavy gatefold covers with the images and liner notes inside are oustanding. The iconic orange and black labels. I have a white label promo copy of this LP and those labels are very cool as well. The sound of the vinyl is brilliant.

One of the best sounding records I’ve heard. It sounds so organic and powerful. Couldn’t ask for more. I would urge anyone who hasn’t delved into the Impulse!

Catalogue yet to do so. I think you will find many great and interesting titles.

And if you’re looking for 1st pressings they won’t cost you a bloody fortune. Much more reasonable prices.How about you guys, what’s your take on the Impulse! Label and do you have some favorite titles you’d like to share?Vacation time will soon be here and I look forward to that immensely. To get some warm sun on my face cause here in Stockholm the sun has forsaken us. I hope you will have a nice Sunday and enjoy some jazz.

Stay tuned for more great albums from the collection. So, I found a beautiful copy of this masterpiece to replace my white label promo copy in lesser condition sooner than I was expecting. I couldn’t be happier with this copy. It’s in very nice shape, both the vinyl and the jacket.

This album, together with “Waltz for Debby” on RLP 399, are my favorite jazz trio albums by far. There are of course other very nice trio sessions, but these two, for me, are a level or two above everything else I’ve come across. The empathic chemistry between Evans, LaFaro and Motian is something I haven’t heard anywhere else.

And LaFaro’s double bass work is the best I’ve heard as well. The whole concept of letting the double bass take center stage on these albums is something I absolutely love. And LaFaro makes it so interesting with his technical and lyrical brilliance. I believe his playing is one of the main reasons this trio was so special.Just put this record on the turntable, lean back and soak in the magic that happened live at the Village Vanguard in New York City on June 25th, 1961. Close your eyes and pretend you’re there in the club, sipping on a drink and just relaxing.I have quite a few other Bill Evans albums on the want list such as “Explorations” on RLP 351 by the same trio.

Also, his later trios with bassists Chuck Israels and Joe Gomez are great. There are many Evans albums worth seeking out.At the moment I’m looking forward to spending some time with my family over Christmas. We have a vacation overseas coming up then and every penny will go to that, as well as a summer vacation. So, I will find it hard to purchase a lot of expensive albums for a while. Let’s see if any albums that are more moderately priced, like many of the Impulse!

Titles, shows up and maybe I will be able to squeeze one or two in before the summer.In the mean time I have my little treasure of superb albums to enjoy. I was thinking of that actually this morning, when I saw an image of a huge collection, that my collection is small compared to many other collectors, but very nice indeed. And the amount of albums I have is enough for me to enjoy at the moment. I won’t ever find the time to listen to a 1000, 2000, 3000+ albums.

There are just so many hours in a day. And I believe that keeping a massive collection with thousands of titles, many which are just collecting dust, is not for me.

Also, all the albums I puchase has to be top notch music-wise to me, otherwise I don’t buy them. I’m never going to buy albums just to complete a series of a label for example. There are probably several titles in a series that I can do without, you know? I pick the titles I really enjoy and that’s that.What do you consider a good number of albums in a collection, that you actually listen to and can enjoy?

Would you consider to try and complete a series of a label? Maybe collect a whole discography of an artist? How do you collect is the question.:-)Enjoy the weekend folks.

It’s cold, dark and damp here in Stockholm right now. Maybe I’ll crack open a nice porter or stout this evening stay tuned for more vintage jazz albums.Cheers! I have a few records that’s been in the collection for a long time. Back to the days when I first started buying first pressings.

This is one of them. It’s in good nick. At some point I’m going to upgrade this copy but it sounds really good.

This is of course a classic by a classic quintet. It’s been a long time since I listened to this one, but just like all of the other albums by this quintet it’s a pleasure to put on the turntable. I’m keeping my eye out for an even better copy. I just feel this copy has served me well through the years and it sounds good. I’m not a fan of buying records I already have, even though I’m upgrading.

I’m always looking forward, to the next album which I don’t have.I’ve immersed myself in the Coltrane output on Impulse! And I think all of it is such an amazing treasure. I’m appreciating the later avant-garde period a lot and I’ve just bought my first Coltrane album in that style of jazz.

It’s on Impulse! And you will soon see which one it is. I couldn’t pass it up at that price, although I wasn’t going to buy another record until I found another copy of RLP 376. It’s a wonderful album, it blows me away with it’s chaotic whirlwinds mixed with more toned-down parts filled with soothing notes. I will seek out a lot of the pieces of the Coltrane catalogue on Impulse! And I can’t wait, but like I mentioned I’m hoping to find a better copy of RLP 376 first. But what a wonderful gift the Coltrane albums on Impulse!

Don’t you agree?A tough question for my readers; which one of Cookin’, Relaxin’, Workin’ and Steamin’ is your favorite?I wish you a great day or evening and stay tuned for more albums from the collection.Cheers! It's been a while since the last post. Sorry about that.

A summer vacation and life in general got in the way. But now I'm back after a long hot summer. Sitting here at home with a sore throat and aching muscles; the first cold of the season. But I'm keeping my spirits up with the album on display here. This has got to be the greatest piano trio album of all time, together with Sunday at the Village Vanguard on Riverside 376, which I've also acquired recently. There are really no other piano trio albums that can match these live sessions from 1961, recorded superbly by Riverside.

They are in a league of their own. It feels like you are there in that club, relaxing at a table with a drink, when you listen to these albums. They really captured the live feeling amazingly well.Much of the magic bassist Scott LaFaro brings to the table. His playing on these albums is truly one of a kind. Probably the best double bass I've ever heard. So what does that make him, the best jazz double bassist of all time? Despite his very short career?

For me, the answer is yes. This trio had such an amazing feeling and flow. LaFaro was given a lot of space and could really express himself. I believe LaFaro made this trio so magical. Bill Evans is superb and Paul Motian plays great and has a sweet touch.

But the star is LaFaro. Without him it wouldn't be the same. The concept of this trio though, where the double bass gets so much room and where the interplay between all three members is so profound, is pure genius.My copy of this masterpiece on RLP 399 is in wonderful shape and sounds excellent. One of my absolute favorite albums for sure. Like I mentioned, I've acquired Sunday at the Village Vanguard on RLP 376 as well. Recorded live the same day as RLP 399. A white label promo copy which should have been in better condition than it was when I received it.

I can listen to it, but it has far too much pops and tics for my taste. I couldn't return it, which was a bummer. But my mission now is to not buy another album until I find another copy of RLP 376 in much better, satisfactory condition.

I think that's a healthy approach. Very cool though to have a promo copy of that title.I thought it would be interesting what you guys think of these Vanguard recordings and if you, like me, think they are the best piano trio recordings ever made. Also, in your opinion, is Scott LaFaro one of the best if not THE best jazz double bassists of all time? If not, do you have another favorite? Love to hear what you guys think regarding these matters.Autumn will soon be here for real and the time for candles, stouts and jazz piano trios that comes with it. And what better jazz piano trio to put on the turntable than the Bill Evans Trio live from the Village Vanguard. Stay tuned for more jazz vinyl from the collection and have a great weekend.

This album represents all of the things that makes collecting vintage jazz vinyl such a fulfilling endeavor. It's awesome music wise. It's very rare and desirable. The condition is astounding. The cover art is iconic and oozes jazz from the era. And the cats on this great album all play with fire and express themselves in a beautiful way.The line up is top notch with Mobley on tenor, the fantastic Art Farmer on trumpet, Horace Silver on piano, Doug Watkins on double bass and Art Blakey on drums.I adore these early Blue Notes.

The raw energy. Playing that comes straight from the gut. Everything has soul. It's a pure joy to listen to these albums.The ballad 'Fin de L'Affaire' is one of my favorite ballads. It's melancholic, smooth and beautiful. The opening tune 'Funk In Deep Freeze' is another hot favorite. I love Art Farmers first few notes when he takes his solo in the beginning of that tune.

The entire album is great with each of the tunes adding something special.BLP 1550 is one of those titles I thought I would have to wait on a good while until I could find it. Sure, it took several years but it's so difficult to find and so desirable that I thought I would have to wait until my beard turned completely grey before a copy made it's way onto my shelves. Like I mentioned, the condition of this copy is simply amazing. Extremely well preserved.

An archival copy. To be able to find such a copy of this title is most thrilling and deeply satisfying.Vacation time is here in just a few weeks. It feels like this spring has just flown. I haven't purchased a single record this year up to this point, except for this one back in January. All the dough has been put aside for the summer vacation. I hope I will be able to purchase some new vintage jazz albums very soon.

As a vinyl junkie I've definitely felt the withdrawal symptoms of not buying an album for a while.I'm curious about what you guys think of this album and which Mobley album in the 1500 series specifically is your favorite? While we're at it, name your top 5 Blue Note albums in the 1500 series. That should be interesting to read.Take care and stay tuned for more superb vintage jazz wax from the 50's and 60's. This beautiful little 10' record kicks off in style with some great, up-tempo hard bop. I have to say, this is a truly sublime Rollins effort. And the line-up is very, very good with Rollins on the tenor, Kenny Dorham on the trumpet, Elmo Hope, the superb, perhaps underrated pianist, Percy Heath on the double bass and a guy called Abdullah Buhaina which is of course, unmistakably, Art Blakey on the drums.The cover art for this album is one of the coolest I've seen.

With the superb black and white photo of Rollins and the silver text on the front. There's another Prestige 10' (PRLP 190) with a black and white front photograph of Rollins which also is very cool. But for me, this is a tad cooler. I'm still looking for the PRLP 190.I do love the 10' format, although I have but a handful of them. I've concentrated on 12' records for the most part but I'm aiming to collect a lot more 10' LP's. They feel truly genuine and they came before a lot of the 12' albums, so they are earlier, older, and that makes them highly desirable to me.This Prestige sounds remarkably nice as these older 10' albums are, from what I've gathered, more difficult to obtain in great shape.

Overall, I guess, but especially the Prestige 10' albums. The cover is in superb shape as well.

I'm very happy with my copy.The music on this album was later released on a 12' album called 'Moving Out' on PRLP 7058. All the tunes are great and you should check them out if you're unfamiliar with them. One of my favorites is a ballad called 'Silk N' Satin', it's beautiful. A highly recommended album.Spring has at last arrived here in Stockholm. The sun is shining and the trees on my street is getting greener. I've been saving up for a summer vacation with the family for quite a while.

It's been difficult to buy albums during this period. But now we have booked it, the flight and hotel. So, perhaps I will be able to put aside some dough now for some nice jazz albums again. I'm extremely motivated to buy some new stuff and let's see if I can track down some nice pieces soon.

In the meantime I will post albums from the collection.I'd like to wish you a great rest of the weekend, take care and happy listening. I have a couple of hours by myself today so I'm seizing the moment. Next, I'm putting on Side 2 of Coltrane's 'Giant Steps' and after that Side 1 of '4, 5 and 6' with Jackie McLean on Prestige.Cheers! Delightful album by Ernie Henry on the wonderful Riverside label. As far as Ernie Henry albums go, I have this and his debut as a leader, also on Riverside (12-222). He had a special approach to the alto saxophone. An amazing player in my opinion with a truly personal style of playing.

Very melodic and lyrical.The Riverside label is a great source of superb jazz recordings during the second half of the 1950's. I've found that the quality of the pressings and the sound is very nice. The mixes by recording engineer Jack Higgins are fantastic. Like this one. I really like crisp and smooth sound of his work. It's a pleasure to listen to and it's a very relaxed sound that he created.

I really like the drum sound for example on this recording. It's just so organic, relaxed and smooth.This album is quite rare in it's original form with the large blue label with deep groove and no INC. Both this and the other Henry on Riverside that I own are rare. Both of them are very pleasurable.

I always take them off the shelf with a smile on my face. I looked for these records for quite a while and owning them now is a great feeling.This is the first post of 2018. I've maintained this version of the site since the beginning of 2015. Prior to that I had another site about my jazz vinyl collecting. I started that in the summer of 2012. So, a 3 year anniversary of this version of the site has now passed. I'm hoping to add many more nice collectibles here for many years to come.

And I'm hoping to keep getting such distinguished guests visiting as well.I have already acquired the first LP of 2018 a week ago. I will receive it tomorrow.

It's a fabulous album. Very rare and in outstanding condition.

I'm thrilled to have been able to find it as it has eluded me for many years. To me, the cover is one of the coolest in modern jazz. Stay tuned for that one. I'm looking forward to the rest of 2018 and to see what other rare pieces will make their way into my collection.Have a great day/evening folks. And remember to check out Ernie Henry if you haven't already.

When I started collecting 1st pressings of vintage jazz albums on vinyl little did I know I was going to be able to get my hands on a crown jewel like this. Considered one of the true holy grails among vintage jazz vinyl collectors.

Very rare, very desirable and very good music wise. I've been very fortunate to be able to collect all the great pieces I have in my collection. Extremely fortunate. I've been able to save up cash and buy these records. I've been able to create a superb network of sources where I can find quality stuff. But to be able to purchase a copy of this album, it's just amazing. An amazing feeling.

When I see it there on the shelf it's like a dream really.It's of course a great album, with superb jazz piano trio music led by the great Tommy Flanagan. The other two cats are Wilbur Little on double bass and the great Elvin Jones on drums. This album is recorded in Sweden. It was recorded by the Swedish Metronome label originally and released as three EP's. I have the EP's as well in my collection. They should be considered the first pressings of course. But I like the 12' format put together here by Prestige and van Gelder more than the three small 7' 45rpm EP's which you need to change sides on so many times to hear all the tunes.

And I'm not a fan of the EP format as much as I used to be. I have a lot of great EP's which are just put aside at the moment, cause I don't listen to them. But the music on them is absolutely fantastic. All the great Gullin tunes, and Rolf Ericson and Freddie Redd.and so on.The sound is superb on this album and I just love all the tunes.

It's really special music this. It's so nice executed from all three musicians. So playful, such soulful jazz piano trio music. I'm a big fan of the drumming of Elvin Jones on this album. He has such a nice touch and feel. Tommy Flanagan is the main man here of course and he plays beautifully. I also very much dig the bass work of the, perhaps largely unknown, Wilbur Little.

It's jazz music at the highest level. This is certainly one of the greatest trio albums in jazz for me.All in all I'm so happy to have this in my collection. Perhaps earlier than expected. The condition of the LP is great and a joy to put on the turntable. I will enjoy it for many, many years to come. I must say I'm so proud of my collection up to this point.

If I stopped collecting right now, I would be more than satisfied with what I have. But I'm not going to stop. There are many more titles I really want which are so great. So I will continue to collect these amazing, historical artifacts for many years to come.

Or at least as long as the budget allows me to.Like I think I've mentioned before, this year has been very good for me in terms of acquiring wonderful jazz collectibles. I've puchased more albums than any other year. And the titles I've managed to find are truly great. Stay tuned for those in the coming months.I'd like to know your thoughts on this album guys.

Please, write away, the floor is yours.Hard to believe it's only a month until Christmas. I bought some U.S.

Christmas ale and some Ballast Point porter yesterday and I'm quite looking forward to trying the Ballast Point Mocha Marlin Winter Release. A glass of that and some Tommy Flanagan on vintage vinyl in the cold, dark Autumn evening should be a real treat.I wish you a nice rest of the weekend folks. Today I took the day off of work. All alone in the apartment. That means I got some time for myself to listen to some jazz.

I decided to put on Jackie McLeans 4, 5 & 6 first. Listened to the whole album. And what an album that is. McLean is one of my favorite jazz artists. And speaking of him, I have an album by him which is the next on the purchase list. The deal is confirmed and I'm aiming to get it secured at the end of the month.Next I put on Side A of 'Afro-Cuban' by Kenny Dorham on Blue Note 5065. This is an album I haven't listen to for a while.

It's a beautiful album for sure. Those Cuban vibes. Filling my room here in good ol' Stockholm where the Autumn breezes are blowing outside. Speaking of 10 inch albums, I just won an auction on eBay the other day. I never buy anything from eBay or very, very seldom anyway.

It was a 10 inch album. I'm super excited about this album, because it's one that I've been after for a long time. This particular album is extremely rare. It's very difficult to find in any condition. I had a copy of this title borrowed home from a dealer in Stockholm a few years back, to see if it was up to scratch condition-wise.

It didn't make the grade unfortunately. But now at last I've found another copy which should be tip-top.

We'll see when it arrives. I'm very hopeful. So, look out for that one here on the site.Looking to post more beautiful albums from my collection very soon, stay tuned everyone. Have a great Wednesday! Autumn's here for sure.

I've had some quality time this weekend to get some listening done. Yesterday I listened to a newly acquired album, which is the one I've been mentioning, a real rare piece and one of the most coveted of jazz collectibles.

It feels amazing to put that one on the turntable. I thought it would take quite a while to get that one, but I managed to secure it a couple of weeks ago.

I will of course post that one soon. I also listened to Side A of the wonderful LP above, Johnny Griffin's 'A Blowing Session' on Blue Note 1559.

Now this is a true masterpiece. The copy I have is in superb shape and it just sounds wonderful. Today I'm listening to Side B.

I'm amazed how good it sounds and there is zero noise. How can an album of this vintage sound like new? These things still amaze me.Now, I'm putting on Side B of Kenny Drew's 'Undercurrent' on Blue Note 4059. Another masterpiece.

Just dropped the needle. The sound on this one is beautiful as well. The brillance and clarity of the sound is simply breathtaking. It really is hard to believe that these albums are so old and so rare and still sounds so awesome. It's like putting a brand new album on the turntable. Still, these old Blue Notes in this kind of condition probably sounds much better than any brand new recent pressings.

It's an absolute joy to experience this and that's why I'm collecting these old, vintage, original 1st pressing jazz LP's.Ok, time to relax with a glass of Jim Beam on the rocks and just enjoy the moment. Oh, 'Groovin' The Blues' just started.

Cheers guys and enjoy the rest of your weekend! What to say about this album. Well, it's in my top 10 jazz albums of all time. It has to be. The tunes, the clarity of the sound and the overall mix, the virtuosity of Hubbard, the brilliance of Tina Brooks. It really doesn't get any better than this if you're looking for a great hard bop recording. This particular album has been on the want list for a very long time.

I have probably had the opportunity to buy it at some point earlier, but as you all know, there's so many great albums out there and for some reason I've bought other albums. But I'm glad I have waited for this copy cause it's in absolute pristine condition. M- for the vinyl and M- for the jacket. It's very, very difficult to get your hands on pieces that are this clean from the 50's and 60's. I'm extremely happy to have been able to add this wonderful album to my collection. It's a beautiful thing when you take a vintage album like this, in this kind of shape, off of your shelf and put it on the turntable.

It's hard to describe the satisfaction you get when the needle drops and you just marvel over how an album this old can sound so damn good. And that you have been able to get a 1st pressing copy of it.

It's like I said, a beautiful thing.All the tunes are top notch and you just have to sit back and enjoy the moment. It's amazing how mature Hubbard sounds here considering it's his debut. He just blows everything away, it's quite astonishing. I love Tina Brooks, his playing is so soulful. So to have these two cats together is a recipe for greatness.

Just like on Brooks' 'True Blue' on Blue Note 4041 which was recorded less than one week after this album. Both of these albums are absolutely superb. The drummer Clifford Jarvis I haven't heard much of before. I really dig his style here and I need to check out more of his stuff.This is really essential jazz to have in your collection. I'm sure you've all heard this album and it's truly one of those records you can listen to all of the time and not get tired of it one bit. Like I've mentioned, this year has been a very good year in record collecting for me.

I have acquired more albums this year, some great collectibles, than any other year. I still have a few more to post before the turn of the year. One of the albums is one of the most coveted of the jazz collectibles and an amazing album. I doubted I would be able to purchase it and add it to the collection this soon, but I have been very fortunate to accomplish it and I couldn't be happier.

Look out for that one!I hope you guys will have a great rest of the weekend and stay tuned for more great stuff from my collection. Here's a very enjoyable album from 1957 with a great line-up, featuring John Jenkins on alto sax, Cliff Jordan on tenor sax, Bobby Timmons on piano, Wilbur Ware on bass and Dannie Richmond on drums. It's excellent hard bop with a nice set of tunes, composed of originals and standards. It's an album which I've been after for some time. It's quite rare and doesn't pop up that often in great shape.

My copy is in very nice shape, the vinyl plays as new and the jacket is nice but has some yellowing and a large preview copy stamp on the back slick.This is truly a great set and the tunes are all very nice. Favorite tune is probably 'Soft Talk'. 'Tenderly' is a nice ballad with superb piano solo work from Bobby Timmons.

It's a perfect album to put on for a lazy Sunday afternoon. Just sit back with a cup of coffee and relax to the wonderful music. I really dig the work of the three leaders. I've been looking at buying Jenkins effort as a leader on Blue Note 1573 for example.

A great album. Cliff Jordan is a favorite and I have his superb effort 'Cliff Craft' on Blue Note 1582. His tone is round and strong much like a nice cup of coffee. Bobby Timmons plays on a few of the albums I have and he is a pianist who's style I really like a lot. He just flows effortlessly through the tunes with extremely nice rhythmic lines. I would love to hear him more in a trio setting.

I know he recorded several trio albums during the 60's. I have a lot to explore there.

The other two cats in the rhythm section plays wonderfully as well.All in all a great album which you should definitely seek out if you are unfamiliar with it. The deep ocean of jazz is truly amazing in the sense that there are so many great albums to explore and enjoy. It feels like it will take me a lifetime to fully explore the art of jazz and it's large treasure of artists and their music.I have been really fortunate this year to been able to add some albums I've been wanting for a long time.

I have probably bought more albums this year than any other year. And it's all top notch stuff. I have some very nice titles to post here in the coming months and I'm really looking forward to that. One title is probably in my top 10 jazz albums list of all time and it's in absolutely amazing shape. Another one is a superb album on the Riverside label. But one particular title stands out a little, as one of the most coveted of jazz collectibles out there.

It's a beautiful album. It will all be revealed in the fall. Stay tuned!Have a great Sunday everyone, and please leave a comment if you want. Maybe you have some thoughts on the Jenkins, Jordan & Timmons album?

Have you got a tip for me regarding your favorite Bobby Timmons trio album? Have you scored a great album lately which you would like to share? Maybe you have seen some live jazz that moved you? I love the comments and discussions you guys provide, so feel free. Ahh, these old white label Riversides are a real treat. There's something truly genuine about them. I still get amazed over how an LP from the 50's can be in such superb shape and sound so good.

It's hard to describe the feeling when you put a NM copy of a record from the 50's on the turntable and drop the needle and hear the sounds coming out of the speakers. Oh, I got two words for it; complete bliss.Ernie Henry was an altoist of great talent and huge potential. His life was cut short by a heroin overdose at the age of only 31. Influenced by Bird he went on to create in his own personal direction. He recorded three albums as a leader for Riverside, and this is the first. When you hear Henry play you can't help but wonder how many other great albums he could have recorded if he didn't die so young. But the first two Riverside dates as a leader, alone, are enough to enjoy for a very long time.

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These two albums are very high up on my favorite albums list. Both are quite difficult to get your hands on as original 1st pressings. I've been looking for the 12-222 for a long time, and now finally I've been able to add it to the collection. I'm of course delighted to now own this great album.I'm pretty sure this one and the other one on Riverside 12-248, are quite underrated and maybe not so well known to many jazz collectors. I could be wrong, but nevertheless, they are superb and should be found in every jazz collection. I strongly recommend you seek out these gems and find out for yourselves how great they are.Apart from Henry, this session is also graced by some other top notch players, such as Kenny Dorham, Kenny Drew, Wilbur Ware and Art Taylor. Pretty much a dream line-up for me.

All tunes except two are penned by Ernie Henry. They are all truly great.There, now go and seek out some Ernie Henry.