Jazz

F@ck me with a chain saw. They want $54cdn to ship a $27cdn record. Thats insane.
It’s a bummer for sure but totally related to the German postal issues for overseas shipping going on right now. Read the footnote at the very bottom. They’re forced to go with DHL right now. Amazon UK has it priced better and haven’t checked the other usual UK sources yet. Another option I’m looking at is Rarewaves, although not sure if they’re competitive to Canada.

Such a great record though. Give it a listen if you haven‘t.
 
Bloody hell that's the 6th they will be putting out this year!! So far we have:

August: Bob James – Once Upon A Time: The Lost 1965 New York Studio Sessions
September: Bill Evans - Some Other Time: The Lost Session From The Black Forest (reissue)
November: Sonny Rollins - Rollins In Holland
November: Bill Evans - Live at Ronnie Scott’s
November: George Coleman Quintet - In Baltimore (This is on Reel To Real, but is still a Zev Feldman project - same quality and package as Resonance by all regards)

So happy for these, I cant get enough of their releases!
And yet another release from Resonance, this time its Monty Alexander - Love You Madly: Live at Bubba's.

MONTY ALEXANDER for RSD on RESONANCE! Coming November 27th for
Record Store Day
Black Friday, I'm thrilled to announce
Monty Alexander
"Love You Madly: Live at Bubba's," a previously-unissued recording from August 6, 1982 captured live at Bubba's Jazz Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale, FL. I've known Monty since I was first turned on to his music while working at PolyGram in the mid-1990s. I had the pleasure of doing promotion/marketing for his Island Jamaica Jazz album, "Yard Movement," and he's been one of my very favorite pianists ever since. This is such an exciting opportunity to reconnect with him all these years later, and we've pulled out all the stops to create an over-the-top package to honor Monty and his legacy in this music.


The limited-edition 180g 2LP set (and deluxe 2CD set, out 12/4) was mastered by Bernie Grundman, pressed at RTI, and features Monty with bassist Paul Berner (Lionel Hampton Orchestra), drummer Duffy Jackson (Milt Jackson, Benny Carter) and percussionist Robert Thomas Jr. (Weather Report, Jaco Pastorius, Carlos Santana). Besides the tremendous performances, it's also an analog audiophile 24-track recording by Mack Emerman, the legendary founder of Miami's Criteria Recording Studios, where the Bee Gees, Eric Clapton, the Allman Brothers, Aretha Franklin and others recorded some of their biggest pop hits. These tapes come from Monty's personal archives and were remixed by George Klabin at Village Recorders.

The extensive booklet includes rare photos by Jan Persson, Brian McMillen, Tom Copi and Brigitte Charvolin; a main overview essays by writer/presenter Willard Jenkins; intros by yours truly and Resonance founder George Klabin; interviews with Monty and the band members; plus interviews and statements from NEA Jazz Master
Kenny Barron
,
Benny Green
,
Christian Sands
and
Emmet Cohen


I want to thank George Klabin, as always, for making this release possible. George and Monty have a special friendship that goes back to the 1960s, when George would play his debut album "Alexander the Great" on his show at WKCR and saw him play at Jilly's Club in Manhattan. I'd also like to give my sincere thanks to Monty and his wife/manager, Caterina Zapponi, for their passion and support. Thanks also to each and every person who contributed their time and thoughts to making this such a wonderful tribute to Monty. I also want to, once again, thank Michael Kurtz and Carrie Colliton from Record Store Day for their continued support in making these releases possible.

Have to admit that I am unfamiliar with Monty, but you cant go wrong with a Resonance release so im sure it will be worth it. This one is penned in for a Black Friday 2020 RSD release, mastered by Bernie Grundman and pressed at RTI.

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EABS have a new album coming out in a couple of months. After tackling Polish jazz and Komeda, they seem to be doing Sun Ra on this one. Thanks to their lovely A&R man I've had a sneak listen and it sounds amazing. Properly excited for this...
 
Its a really great set, well worth picking up. I believe the original tapes were given to BBE by the drummer, Roy Brooks', widow and from there they built up the story. The extras are decent as well, plenty of info in the booklet and if memory serves me there is also a replica poster from the original event. Theres hours of music on there and for £6 a record its worth it IMO.
Finally got the chance to throw this on, and WOW what a great recommendation. This is one of the best sounding live recordings I now own. Roy Brooks' drums are incredible on this! The sound is popping out of my speakers as if they're playing right next to me. Really incredible stuff, definitely jump on this box if you get the chance. I'm glad I did. Thanks again for recommending this.
 
Its a really great set, well worth picking up. I believe the original tapes were given to BBE by the drummer, Roy Brooks', widow and from there they built up the story. The extras are decent as well, plenty of info in the booklet and if memory serves me there is also a replica poster from the original event. Theres hours of music on there and for £6 a record its worth it IMO.
Trying to track this down. Is it a 10 LP set? Link?
 
Great jazz mixes by the owners of two of the best records shops in Paris when it co MY FAVORITE THINGS — Show #27 w/ Manu Boubli (Superfly Records)

Psycut’s set (Future classics)
01 – Asher Gamedze – Siyabulela (2020)
02 – Phi-Psonics – The Cradle (2020)
03 – Raffy Bushman – Look Up (2020)
04 – Tenderlonious – Rocco’s Raga (2020)
05 – Hania Rani – Buka (2020)
06 – Mistura Pura – Midnight For Tommy (2020)
07 – Cool Affair & Sisonke Xonti – The Real New World Order (2020)
08 – Okvsho – Kamala’s Danz (2020)
09 – Caixa Cubo – Palavras (2020)
10 – Azymuth, Ali Shaheed Muhammad and Adrian Younge – Sumaré (2020)
11 – A Bossa Elétrica – Sob a Luz Do Sol (2020)

Manu Boubli’s set (Forgotten and very rare spiritual jazz nuggets)
12 – Count Ossie & The Mystic Revelation Of Rastafari – Poem (1972)
13 – Catalyst – Bahia (1976)
14 – Bob Marley – Talkin’ 6
15 – The Lightmen Plus One – Ashie (1971)
16 – Build An Ark – Peace And Love (2004)
17 – Gary McFarland – Pecos Pete (1964)
18 – Imani – Just Another Love Song (1983)
19 – Jack Wilkins – Red Clay (1973)
20 – Jeanne Lee – The Miracle Is (1975)
21 – Brother Ah – Key To Nowhere (1983)
22 – Ayizan – Tribilasyon (1984)
23 – Solomon G. Ilori – Prayer (1962)
24 – Steve Colson Unity – Lateen (1980)
25 – David Wertman Sun Ensemble – Forrest Dance (1983)
26 – Sun Ra And His Outer Space Arkestra – Nuclear War (1983)

Enjoy!
 
Great jazz mixes by the owners of two of the best records shops in Paris when it co MY FAVORITE THINGS — Show #27 w/ Manu Boubli (Superfly Records)

Psycut’s set (Future classics)
01 – Asher Gamedze – Siyabulela (2020)
02 – Phi-Psonics – The Cradle (2020)
03 – Raffy Bushman – Look Up (2020)
04 – Tenderlonious – Rocco’s Raga (2020)
05 – Hania Rani – Buka (2020)
06 – Mistura Pura – Midnight For Tommy (2020)
07 – Cool Affair & Sisonke Xonti – The Real New World Order (2020)
08 – Okvsho – Kamala’s Danz (2020)
09 – Caixa Cubo – Palavras (2020)
10 – Azymuth, Ali Shaheed Muhammad and Adrian Younge – Sumaré (2020)
11 – A Bossa Elétrica – Sob a Luz Do Sol (2020)

Manu Boubli’s set (Forgotten and very rare spiritual jazz nuggets)
12 – Count Ossie & The Mystic Revelation Of Rastafari – Poem (1972)
13 – Catalyst – Bahia (1976)
14 – Bob Marley – Talkin’ 6
15 – The Lightmen Plus One – Ashie (1971)
16 – Build An Ark – Peace And Love (2004)
17 – Gary McFarland – Pecos Pete (1964)
18 – Imani – Just Another Love Song (1983)
19 – Jack Wilkins – Red Clay (1973)
20 – Jeanne Lee – The Miracle Is (1975)
21 – Brother Ah – Key To Nowhere (1983)
22 – Ayizan – Tribilasyon (1984)
23 – Solomon G. Ilori – Prayer (1962)
24 – Steve Colson Unity – Lateen (1980)
25 – David Wertman Sun Ensemble – Forrest Dance (1983)
26 – Sun Ra And His Outer Space Arkestra – Nuclear War (1983)

Enjoy!
This is amazing Skalap! :love: :love: :love:
 
Anyone have the AP Bill Evans Live At The Montreux Jazz Festival? Trying to decide between the 33 RPM or 45, wanted to see if anyone had an opinion on whether the 45 is worth the extra money.
I've got the Analogue Productions 33RPM pressing and it sounds wonderful! 45RPM will definitely sound a bit better, but I am very happy with my 33RPM pressing! It's got great soundstage and great separation and the it sounds very natural and organic! I love spinning it!
 
Really cool Christian McBride Big Band project coming out later this month. Couple singles streaming sound great.


Also up for preorder on AS and Amazon:

 
Just wondering if any UK forum members have ordered from Acoustic Sounds in the US? I'm wondering what the postage rates are, they don't tell you until you place your order!
 
Just wondering if any UK forum members have ordered from Acoustic Sounds in the US? I'm wondering what the postage rates are, they don't tell you until you place your order!

I have an order in the post, I got tempted with the 15% off, I'm paying around $40 for 6 records. If you process the request & you don't like the shipping terms I'm sure you don't need to proceed. It takes them a little while to calculate shipping, but they seem quiet good.

I have used them before, the big issue is that they use Fedex, I think the same applies with Music Direct. With Fedex you always get stung with 'admin charges' and of course import duty. I much prefer ordering from someone like Deep discount where it's all calculated & paid up front, and as such is cheaper. But obviously they don't have the same stock.

If you find any cheaper stores to import from do let me know :)
 
I have an order in the post, I got tempted with the 15% off, I'm paying around $40 for 6 records. If you process the request & you don't like the shipping terms I'm sure you don't need to proceed. It takes them a little while to calculate shipping, but they seem quiet good.

I have used them before, the big issue is that they use Fedex, I think the same applies with Music Direct. With Fedex you always get stung with 'admin charges' and of course import duty. I much prefer ordering from someone like Deep discount where it's all calculated & paid up front, and as such is cheaper. But obviously they don't have the same stock.

If you find any cheaper stores to import from do let me know :)
It certainly isnt cheaper than what @Andy just referenced, but Scott Nagle sells a lot of AP imports.
 
I have an order in the post, I got tempted with the 15% off, I'm paying around $40 for 6 records. If you process the request & you don't like the shipping terms I'm sure you don't need to proceed. It takes them a little while to calculate shipping, but they seem quiet good.

I have used them before, the big issue is that they use Fedex, I think the same applies with Music Direct. With Fedex you always get stung with 'admin charges' and of course import duty. I much prefer ordering from someone like Deep discount where it's all calculated & paid up front, and as such is cheaper. But obviously they don't have the same stock.

If you find any cheaper stores to import from do let me know :)

You have Vinyl Gourmet in Portugal. Not the cheapest but at least it's in Europe.
 
I have an order in the post, I got tempted with the 15% off, I'm paying around $40 for 6 records. If you process the request & you don't like the shipping terms I'm sure you don't need to proceed. It takes them a little while to calculate shipping, but they seem quiet good.

I have used them before, the big issue is that they use Fedex, I think the same applies with Music Direct. With Fedex you always get stung with 'admin charges' and of course import duty. I much prefer ordering from someone like Deep discount where it's all calculated & paid up front, and as such is cheaper. But obviously they don't have the same stock.

If you find any cheaper stores to import from do let me know :)
It certainly isnt cheaper than what @Andy just referenced, but Scott Nagle sells a lot of AP imports.
Thanks for your comments, its hugely appreciated and all helps to make a decision!

I think I'm gonna go for it. Guessing with postage and import fees it's gonna be a good chunk more, but it's been a frustrating album to get a good pressing of and sometimes you just gotta do what you gotta do 😁
 
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