Shelly Manne – 2 3 4 (1962) [2010, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Shelly Manne - 2 3 4 (1962) [2010, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Shelly Manne – 2 3 4 (1962) [2010, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
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FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
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Total Size: 1.48 GB (ISO) + 1.45 GB (DSF) + 709 MB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Analogue Productions | US | Cat#: CIPJ 20 SA | Genre: Post Bop

This unusual set has five selections from a date featuring the great tenor Coleman Hawkins, pianist Hank Jones, bassist George Duvivier, and drummer Shelly Manne. Both “Take the ‘A’ Train” and “Cherokee” find the group at times playing two tempos at once (Manne sticks to double-time throughout “Cherokee”), and showing that they’d heard some of the avant-garde players. Continue reading “Shelly Manne – 2 3 4 (1962) [2010, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Duke Jordan – Flight To Jordan (1960) [2011, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Duke Jordan - Flight To Jordan (1960) [2011, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Duke Jordan – Flight To Jordan (1960) [2011, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
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Total Size: 2.01 GB (ISO) + 1.97 GB (DSF) + 937 MB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Analogue Productions | US | Cat#: CBNJ 84046 SA | Genre: Hard Bop

Duke Jordan, who played regularly with the Charlie Parker Quintet in 1947, was long known as a superior bebop pianist whose style was touched by the genius of Bud Powell’s innovations. This quintet album, also featuring trumpeter Dizzy Reece and the young tenor Stanley Turrentine, gave Jordan an opportunity to record six of his originals and, although none became as well-known as his “Jordu,” the music has plenty of strong melodies and variety. This is one of Duke Jordan’s better recordings and is quite enjoyable. Continue reading “Duke Jordan – Flight To Jordan (1960) [2011, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Ben Webster – See You At The Fair (1964) [2010, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Ben Webster - See You At The Fair (1964) [2010, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Ben Webster – See You At The Fair (1964) [2010, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
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Total Size: 1.44 GB (ISO) + 1.42 GB (DSF) + 679 MB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Analogue Productions | US | Cat#: CIPJ 65 SA | Genre: Jazz

Ben Webster’s final American recording was one of his greatest. At 55, the tenor saxophonist was still very much in his prime but considered out of style in the U.S. He would soon permanently move to Europe where he was better appreciated. Continue reading “Ben Webster – See You At The Fair (1964) [2010, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Various Artists – Venus: The Amazing Super Audio CD Sampler Vol.1-24 [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Various Artists - Venus: The Amazing Super Audio CD Sampler Vol.1-24 [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Various Artists – Venus: The Amazing Super Audio CD Sampler Vol.1-24 [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
24 Discs | SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
24 Discs | DSF Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
24 Discs | LAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
No Scans
Total Size: 85.2 GB (ISO) + 83.7 GB (DSF) + 40.3 GB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Venus Records | Genre: Jazz, Vocal Jazz
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Diana Krall – Live In Paris (2002) [2021, Reissue, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Diana Krall - Live In Paris (2002) [2021, Reissue, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Diana Krall – Live In Paris (2002) [2021, Reissue, Hi-Res SACD Rip]
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Total Size: 2.90 GB (ISO) + 2.85 GB (DSF) + 1.30 GB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Verve Records | Hong Kong | Cat#: 5394174 | Genre: Vocal Jazz, Smooth Jazz

Recorded “live” at the Paris Olympia, Live in Paris offers listeners Diana Krall’s understanding of the musical techniques of composition, piano, and vocal improvisation on 12 songs from the Great American Songbooks of Cole Porter,Harold Arlen, George and Ira Gershwin, and contemporary artists Joni Mitchell and Billy Joel. Accompanied by the award-winning Anthony Wilson on guitar, John Pisano on acoustic guitar, John Clayton on bass, Jeff Hamilton on drums, and Paulinho Da Costa on percussion Continue reading “Diana Krall – Live In Paris (2002) [2021, Reissue, Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Michael Bublé – Christmas (2011) [2021, Japanese Edition, 10th Anniversary, 2CD]

Michael Bublé - Christmas (2011) [2021, Japanese Edition, 10th Anniversary, 2CD]

Michael Bublé – Christmas (2011) [2021, Japanese Edition, 10th Anniversary, 2CD]
EAC Rip | 2xCD | FLAC Image + Cue + Log | Full Scans Included
Total Size: 583 MB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Warner Music | Japan | Cat#: WPCR 18476/7 | Genre: Vocal Jazz, Christmas
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Norah Jones – …’Til We Meet Again (2021) [Japanese Edition]

Norah Jones - ...'Til We Meet Again (2021) [Japanese Edition]

Norah Jones – …’Til We Meet Again (2021) [Japanese Edition]
EAC Rip | FLAC Image + Cue + Log | Full Scans Included
Total Size: 598 MB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Universal / Blue Note | Japan | Cat#: UCCQ-1139 | Genre: Vocal Jazz

Nearly 2 decades into her career, GRAMMY-winning artist Norah Jones is set to release her first live album, `Til We Meet Again. With performances from the US, France, Italy, Brazil & Argentina recorded between 2017-19. Spanning her entire career from her 2002 debut to her more recent singles “It Was You” and GRAMMY-nominated “I’ll Be Gone.” It closes with a cover of Soundgarden’s “Black Hole Sun,” a tribute to Chris Cornell recorded at the Fox Theatre just days after Cornell’s death. Continue reading “Norah Jones – …’Til We Meet Again (2021) [Japanese Edition]”

Norah Jones – I Dream Of Christmas (2021) [Japanese Edition]

Norah Jones - I Dream Of Christmas (2021) [Japanese Edition]

Norah Jones – I Dream Of Christmas (2021) [Japanese Edition]
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Total Size: 348 MB | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Universal / Blue Note | Japan | Cat#: UCCQ-1147 | Genre: Vocal Jazz

Norah Jones has been a warm voice of comfort and reassurance for nearly 20 years since her cozy 2002 debut, Come Away With Me. Now, the 9x GRAMMY-winning artist has made her first holiday album with I Dream Of Christmas, a collection of timeless seasonal favorites (“White Christmas,” “Winter Wonderland,” “Christmas Time Is Here”) and profound new originals that explore the complicated emotions of the past year and our hopes that this holiday season will be full of joy and togetherness. Continue reading “Norah Jones – I Dream Of Christmas (2021) [Japanese Edition]”

The Modern Jazz Quartet – Live At The Lighthouse (1967) [1984, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

The Modern Jazz Quartet - Live At The Lighthouse (1967) [1984, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

The Modern Jazz Quartet – Live At The Lighthouse (1967)
[1984, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

Vinyl Rip | Hi-Res / FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 96kHz | CD-Quality / FLAC Tracks / 16bit / 44.1kHz
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Total Size: 806 MB (Hi-Res) + 209 MB (CD-Quality) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | Pressed In Japan | Cat#: MFSL 1-090 | Genre: Jazz
Half-Speed Mastered

This fairly obscure LP by the Modern Jazz Quartet features fresh material and improvisations that are both swinging and creative. Pianist John Lewis’ “The Spiritual” and “Baseball,” along with vibraphonist Milt Jackson’s “Novamo” and “For Someone I Love,” comprise half the program, and it is Jackson’s influence that seems to be the weightier one here. Continue reading “The Modern Jazz Quartet – Live At The Lighthouse (1967) [1984, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]”

The Modern Jazz Quartet – Blues At Carnegie Hall (1966) [1994, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

The Modern Jazz Quartet - Blues At Carnegie Hall (1966) [1994, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

The Modern Jazz Quartet – Blues At Carnegie Hall (1966)
[1994, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

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Total Size: 917 MB (Hi-Res) + 246 MB (CD-Quality) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | US | Cat#: MFSL 1-206 | Genre: Post Bop
Half-Speed Mastered

Blues at Carnegie Hall is a live Atlantic set from 1966, with the Modern Jazz Quartet performing eight blues-based compositions. In addition to such familiar pieces as the inevitable “Bags’ Groove,” “Ralph’s New Blues” (dedicated to jazz critic Ralph Gleason), and “The Cylinder,” there are a few newer pieces (including “Home,” which is similar to Lee Morgan’s hit “The Sidewinder”) included for variety. This predictable b Continue reading “The Modern Jazz Quartet – Blues At Carnegie Hall (1966) [1994, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]”

Vince Guaraldi Trio – Cast Your Fate to the Wind: Jazz Impressions Of Black Orpheus (1962) [1983, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

Vince Guaraldi Trio - Cast Your Fate to the Wind: Jazz Impressions Of Black Orpheus (1962) [1983, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]

Vince Guaraldi Trio – Cast Your Fate to the Wind: Jazz Impressions Of Black Orpheus (1962) [1983, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]
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Total Size: 866 MB (Hi-Res) + 222 MB (CD-Quality) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | Japan in Pressed | Cat#: MFSL 1-112 | Genre: Latin Jazz
Half-Speed Mastered

Here is Vince Guaraldi’s breakthrough album — musically, commercially, in every which way. After numerous records as a leader or sideman, for the first time a recognizable Guaraldi piano style emerges, with whimsical phrasing all his own, a madly swinging right hand and occasional boogie-influenced left hand, and a distinctive, throat-catching, melodic improvisational gift. Continue reading “Vince Guaraldi Trio – Cast Your Fate to the Wind: Jazz Impressions Of Black Orpheus (1962) [1983, MFSL Remastered, CD-Quality + Hi-Res Vinyl Rip]”

Pat Metheny – Bright Size Life (1976) [2017, Japan, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Pat Metheny - Bright Size Life (1976) [2017, Japan, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Pat Metheny – Bright Size Life (1976) [2017, Japan, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
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Total Size: 1.56 GB (ISO) + 1.52 GB (DSF) + 768 MB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: ECM Records | Japan | Cat#: PROZ-1089 | Genre: Jazz

Pat Metheny’s debut studio album is a good one, a trio date that finds him already laying down the distinctively cottony, slightly withdrawn tone and asymmetrical phrasing that would serve him well through most of the swerves in direction ahead. Continue reading “Pat Metheny – Bright Size Life (1976) [2017, Japan, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Aaron Heick and John Di Martino Romantic Jazz Trio – Smooth Operator (2021) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Aaron Heick and John Di Martino Romantic Jazz Trio - Smooth Operator (2021) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Aaron Heick and John Di Martino Romantic Jazz Trio – Smooth Operator (2021) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
No Scans Included
Total Size: 2.45 GB (ISO) + 2.41 GB (DSF) + 1.20 GB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-371 | Genre: Jazz
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Stan Getz & João Gilberto – Getz / Gilberto (1964) [2021, Japan, Reissue, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Stan Getz & João Gilberto - Getz / Gilberto (1964) [2021, Japan, Reissue, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Stan Getz & João Gilberto – Getz / Gilberto (1964) [2021, Japan, Reissue, Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
DSF Tracks / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
FLAC Tracks / 24bit / 88.2kHz
Full Scans Included
Total Size: 1.40 GB (ISO) + 1.36 GB (DSF) + 658 MB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Verve Records | Japan | Cat#: UCGU-9069 | Genre: Bossa Nova, Latin Jazz
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João Gilberto – João Gilberto (1973) [2011, Japan, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

João Gilberto - João Gilberto (1973) [2011, Japan, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

João Gilberto – João Gilberto (1973) [2011, Japan, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]
SACD-ISO / DSD / 1bit / 2.8224MHz
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Total Size: 2.08 GB (ISO) + 2.03 GB (DSF) + 0.98 GB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Universal | Japan | Cat#: UCGU-9020 | Genre: Bossa Nova

This release is Joao Gilberto stripped down nearly to his bare essentials — his voice, guitar and the extremely spare drumming of Sonny Carr — and he’s just as mesmerizing as he’s ever been on records. The whole record is about the rhythmic clashes and dovetailings of a singer and his guitar, pitched at extremely low levels of volume yet generating volumes of drive without seeming to breathe hard. Continue reading “João Gilberto – João Gilberto (1973) [2011, Japan, Remastered, Hi-Res SACD Rip]”