Jazz Advance
Cecil Taylor’s remarkable debut opened the floodgates of free jazz
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Johnny Burnette and the Rock ‘n Roll Trio
This is rockabilly at its most raw.
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Ellington at Newport
One of the most famous live albums in jazz history, featuring one of the greatest solos of all time.
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Songs for Swingin’ Lovers!
Frank Sinatra’s most popular album is as timeless now as the day it was released.
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The Wildest!
One of the most fun albums ever released.
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Clifford Brown and Max Roach at Basin Street
The final LP released by the legendary hard bop leaders.
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Coronation of the King
Elvis’ first two albums, both released in 1956, began a seismic shift in modern musical history. His second album remains a benchmark. Continue reading Coronation of the King
Lennie Tristano
Lennie Tristano’s music can be rather cold, but its importance can’t be ignored.
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Three Ragas
I don’t know much about Hindustani classical music, but this tape is pretty good.
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Blue Serge
The best album from one of jazz’s most tragic figures.
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Bud Powell’s Moods
Bud Powell’s Moods builds on the nervous energy found in his previous LPs.
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Piano Interpretations
Piano Interpretations by Bud Powell is a rather routine effort. But routine for Powell is still amazing.
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