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Billie Holiday – Body And Soul (Mono) – Verve (Acoustic Sounds Series) 180g Vinyl LP
Acoustic Sounds Series reissues from Verve/Universal Music Enterprises!
"I think this is going to meet everyone's expectations. It really offers just about everything you could want in 'Body and Soul' and more." — Scott Wilson, The Pressing Matters Small jazz groups brought out the best in Billie Holiday — especially groups as good as the one heard on this classic 1957 recording. Ben Webster, Harry "Sweets" Edison and the other members of this stellar ensemble were not just gifted soloists but sensitive accompanists as well. Lady Day was rarely more ably supported than she was on this program of sturdy standards, including three gems by the Gershwin brothers — and she rarely sounded more luminous.
Billie Holiday – Songs For Distingue Lovers – Verve (Acoustic Sounds Series) 180g Vinyl LP
Acoustic Sounds Series reissues from Verve/Universal Music Enterprises!
Originally released in 1957. Seeking to offer definitive audiophile grade versions of some of the most historic and best jazz records ever recorded, Verve Label Group and Universal Music Enterprises' audiophile Acoustic Sounds vinyl reissue series utilizes the skills of top mastering engineers and the unsurpassed production craft of Quality Record Pressings. All titles are mastered from the original analog tapes, pressed on 180-gram vinyl and packaged by Stoughton Printing Co. in high-quality gatefold sleeves with tip-on jackets. The releases are supervised by Chad Kassem, CEO of Acoustic Sounds, the world's largest source for audiophile recordings.
Duke Ellington and Johnny Hodges – Back to Back – Verve (Acoustic Sounds Series) 180g Vinyl LP
Acoustic Sounds Series reissues from Verve/Universal Music Enterprises!
This is among the finest Ellington small group sides. The predominantly blues repertoire is the perfect setting for Sweets and Hodges to open out, with Duke getting a simpler, but no less forceful rhythm section backing than he did in his own band, notes Jazzwise. Hodges does some of the most soulful playing of his career here.
Mel Torme – Torme – Verve (Acoustic Sounds Series) 180 Gram Vinyl Record
Tormé is an uptempo gem that Mel Torme swings to perfection. Nicknamed "The Velvet Fog," Torme was a noted singer, composer, arranger, drummer and actor. This self-titled 1958 studio album was his first record for Verve.
Seeking to offer definitive audiophile grade versions of some of the most historic and best jazz records ever recorded, Verve's Acoustic Sounds vinyl reissue series utilizes the skills of top mastering engineers and the unsurpassed production craft of Quality Record Pressings. All titles are mastered from the original analog tapes, pressed on 180-gram vinyl and packaged by Stoughton Printing Co. in high-quality gatefold sleeves with tip-on jackets. The releases are supervised by Chad Kassem, CEO of Acoustic Sounds, the world's largest source for audiophile recordings.
Oscar Peterson Trio with Milt Jackson – Very Tall – Verve Records 180g Vinyl
Scott Yanow of AllMusic says in his 4-Star review of Very Tall: “This first matchup on records between pianist Oscar Peterson and vibraphonist Milt Jackson was so logical that it is surprising it did not occur five years earlier. Originally recorded for Verve and three decades later reissued on this audiophile CD by Mobile Fidelity, the quartet set (which also includes bassist Ray Brown and drummer Ed Thigpen) swings as hard as one might expect. Highlights include ‘On Green Dolphin Street,’ ‘The Work Song,’ ‘John Brown’s Body’ (a jam on ‘Battle Hymn of the Republic’) and ‘Reunion Blues.’ Fortunately O.P. and Bags would meet up on records many times in the future (particularly during their Pablo years) but this first effort is a particularly strong set.”
Stan Getz – Sweet Rain – (Verve Records – Acoustic Sounds Series ) 180g 1LP Gatefold Sleeve
Verve’s Acoustic Sounds Series features transfers from analog tapes and remastered 180-gram vinyl in deluxe gatefold packaging.
Rediscover the smooth, lyrical sound of Stan Getz with Sweet Rain, beautifully remastered on this Acoustic Sounds Vinyl LP.
Originally released in 1967, this iconic album showcases Getz at his finest, delivering soulful, expressive performances alongside a stellar lineup including Chick Corea on piano, Ron Carter on bass, and Grady Tate on drums.
The Acoustic Sounds edition brings out every subtle nuance of the recording, offering a rich, warm sound that truly captures the essence of Getz’s tenor saxophone.
From the swinging rhythms of “Litha” to the hauntingly beautiful title track, Sweet Rain is a must-have for jazz lovers and vinyl enthusiasts alike. This high-quality pressing ensures an immersive listening experience, bringing the magic of Getz’s timeless music to your turntable.
