Tag: Eric Alexander Quartet

Eric Alexander Quartet – Sunday In New York (2015) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
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Total Size: 1.71 GB (DSF) + 1.21 GB (FLAC) + 2.51 GB (ISO)
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-105 | Genre: Jazz

Since finishing second to Joshua Redman in the Thelonious Monk Institute’s tenor sax competition, Eric Alexander has built an impressive discography as a leader, while also drawing a lot of attention in both the U.S. and Japan. Continue reading “Eric Alexander Quartet – Sunday In New York (2015) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Eric Alexander Quartet – Recado Bossa Nova (2015) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
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Total Size: 1.26 GB (DSF) + 994 MB (FLAC) + 1.85 GB (ISO)
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-63 | Genre: Post Bop

The big star on the Venus Records’ roster and one of the top tenor saxophonists of his generation, Eric Alexander’s latest release is a Latin jazz album. Leading his regular quartet consisting of the powerful Harold Mabern on piano, Nat Reeves on bass, and Joe Farnsworth on drums, Alexander blows his powerful horn on the bossa nova and Cuban rhythms. Continue reading “Eric Alexander Quartet – Recado Bossa Nova (2015) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Eric Alexander Quartet – My Favorite Things (2015) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
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Total Size: 1.66 GB (DSF) + 1.18 GB (FLAC) + 2.45 GB (ISO)
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-91 | Genre: Post Bop, Hard Bop

This release from Eric Alexander is a notable one. Venus Records asked the readers of Swing Journal what they would like to hear Alexander play. From that long list of requested songs, Alexander selected the tunes included on My Favorite Things. Continue reading “Eric Alexander Quartet – My Favorite Things (2015) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Eric Alexander Quartet – Gentle Ballads II (2015) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
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Total Size: 1.77 GB (DSF) + 1.19 GB (FLAC) + 2.61 GB (ISO)
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-52 | Genre: Post Bop

In 2004, tenor saxophonist Eric Alexander recorded a smash hit album Gentle Ballads for Venus Records that earned Swing Journal’s 2004 Jazz Disc Silver Award in Japan. What we have here is Gentle Ballads II, the second installment recorded two years later. Continue reading “Eric Alexander Quartet – Gentle Ballads II (2015) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Eric Alexander Quartet – Chim Chim Cheree (2015) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
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Total Size: 1.74 GB (DSF) + 1.23 GB (FLAC) + 2.51 GB (ISO)
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-116 | Genre: Post Bop

Chim Chim Cheree has been dubbed “a tribute to John Coltrane.” Returning with usual sidemen Harold Mabern at the piano, Joe Farnsworth on drums, and bassist John Webber, this album represents a thorough examination of Coltrane’s music made up of Coltrane originals and tunes Coltrane ostensibly owned throughout his career. Continue reading “Eric Alexander Quartet – Chim Chim Cheree (2015) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Eric Alexander Quartet – Gentle Ballads (2015) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
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Total Size: 1.95 GB (DSF) + 1.33 GB (FLAC) + 2.85 GB (ISO)
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-60 | Genre: Jazz

In addition to being one of the top tenor saxophonists of his generation, Eric Alexander has developed quite a following in Japan, as evidenced by his series of recordings for the Venus label. These 2004 sessions with pianist Mike LeDonne, bassist John Webber, and drummer Joe Farnsworth are much in the mold of John Coltrane’s Ballads album of the early ’60s. Continue reading “Eric Alexander Quartet – Gentle Ballads (2015) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Eric Alexander Quartet – Blues At Midnight (2016) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
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Total Size: 1.55 GB (DSF) + 1.20 GB (FLAC) + 2.28 GB (ISO)
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-140 | Genre: Bop, Soul-Jazz

The big star on the Venus Records’ roster and one of the top tenor saxophonists of his generation, Eric Alexander’s latest release is an all-blues album. Leading his regular quartet consisting of the powerful Harold Mabern on piano, Nat Reeves on bass and Joe Farnsworth on drums, Alexander weaves a tapestry of blues with wide-ranging materials. Continue reading “Eric Alexander Quartet – Blues At Midnight (2016) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Eric Alexander Quartet – Gentle Ballads III (2014) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
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Total Size: 2.31 GB (ISO) + 2.25 GB (DSF) + 1.11 GB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-36 | Genre: Jazz

Since arriving on the jazz scene, Eric Alexander has turned into one of the busiest tenor saxophonists, recording prolifically for labels in the U.S., Europe, and Japan, in addition to his participation in the all-star band One for All. Continue reading “Eric Alexander Quartet – Gentle Ballads III (2014) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Eric Alexander Quartet – Lazy Afternoon – Gentle Ballads IV (2014) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
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Total Size: 2.92 GB (ISO) + 2.86 GB (DSF) + 1.52 GB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-28 | Genre: Bop , Jazz

Eric Alexander has had many opportunities to record as a leader for several different labels, though producer Tetsuo Hara, owner of the Japanese label Venus, has become a huge fan, recording him almost any time he travels to New York City. Continue reading “Eric Alexander Quartet – Lazy Afternoon – Gentle Ballads IV (2014) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Eric Alexander Quartet – Gentle Ballads V (2014) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
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Total Size: 2.52 GB (ISO) + 2.45 GB (DSF) + 1.25 GB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-21 | Genre: Jazz

The fifth installment of tenor saxophonist Eric Alexander’s “Gentle Ballads” series doesn’t disappoint. His unwavering, strong tone and unsentimental approach, combined with a certain peacefulness and strong spirituality of his playing, produce stunning results. For the first time in this series, master pianist George Cables joins the band and makes valuable contributions. Continue reading “Eric Alexander Quartet – Gentle Ballads V (2014) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”

Eric Alexander Quartet – Gentle Ballads VI (2022) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]
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Total Size: 2.33 GB (ISO) + 2.29 GB (DSF) + 1.08 GB (FLAC) | 3% RAR Recovery
Label: Venus Records | Japan | Cat#: VHGD-374 | Genre: Jazz

More stunning playing from tenor saxophonist Eric Alexander’s Gentle Ballads series. Included are “So In Love,” “Hush-A-Bye,” “What Are You Doing The Rest Of Your Life” and more! Continue reading “Eric Alexander Quartet – Gentle Ballads VI (2022) [Hi-Res SACD Rip]”