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Tag: Bebop

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Monk and Powell: Jazz Pianists in 1954

January 27, 2019January 27, 2019 colinsreview

A look at two albums from two all-time jazz greats. Continue reading Monk and Powell: Jazz Pianists in 1954

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Al Haig Trio – Al Haig

November 8, 2018November 8, 2018 colinsreview

The best album from one of the more underrated founders of bebop.
Grade: A Continue reading Al Haig Trio – Al Haig

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Jazz at Massey Hall – The Quintet

September 19, 2018 colinsreview

Perhaps the first “landmark” concert recording.
Grade: A Continue reading Jazz at Massey Hall – The Quintet

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Introducing Paul Bley – Paul Bley

September 16, 2018 colinsreview

A semi-confident debut from a technically accomplished pianist.
Grade: A- Continue reading Introducing Paul Bley – Paul Bley

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Wizard of the Vibes – Milt Jackson

September 5, 2018September 5, 2018 colinsreview

“…an essential recording for both bebop and vibraphone enthusiasts.”
Grade: A Continue reading Wizard of the Vibes – Milt Jackson

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The Amazing Bud Powell – Bud Powell

August 24, 2018 colinsreview

A statement LP from one of the most underrated jazz pianists of all time. Continue reading The Amazing Bud Powell – Bud Powell

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The Nat King Cole Conundrum

August 23, 2018August 23, 2018 colinsreview

One of the most popular African American artists of the early 1950s suffered from a lack of identity. Continue reading The Nat King Cole Conundrum

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Piano Solos #2 – Bud Powell

May 12, 2018May 13, 2018 colinsreview

Bud Powell will cure what ails you.
Grade: A Continue reading Piano Solos #2 – Bud Powell

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Charlie Parker with Strings – Charlie Parker

April 2, 2018August 6, 2018 colinsreview

One of Bird’s definitive recordings.
Grade: A Continue reading Charlie Parker with Strings – Charlie Parker

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