Product details
- Label Blue Note
- Artist Andrew Hill
- Series Tone Poet Series
- Format 1LP
- Country United States
- Released Date 2019
- Genre Jazz
- Sealed Yes
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Black Fire by Andrew Hill.
Andrew Hill delivers transformative artistry in this essential recording.
Musical Analysis:
Andrew Hill leads with distinctive artistry, creating intricate interplay between musicians. The harmonic progressions and rhythm section showcase the evolution of jazz with spontaneous brilliance.
Album Story:
"Black Fire" by Andrew Hill is an album that stands as a monumental testament to the creative heights of jazz in the 1960s. Released on the prestigious Blue Note label in 1963, this record showcases Hill’s unparalleled ability to blend complex rhythmic structures and intricate harmonies, creating an exhilarating soundscape that challenges and captivates listeners. The album features an all-star ensemble, including innovative artists such as Eric Dolphy, who lends his distinctive alto saxophone voice, and trumpeter Freddie Hubbard, enriching the atmospheric depth of the compositions. Hill's unique approach, infused with a deep sense of spirituality and introspection, transports listeners beyond mere music, inviting them to engage with the narrative that unfolds through every track.
What truly sets "Black Fire" apart is its fearless exploration of avant-garde jazz while maintaining a profound connection to traditional roots. Hill's compositions, like the enthralling title track, reflect a sophisticated interplay of emotion and intellect, blending dissonance with moments of serenity. This
Pressing Details:
Recorded on November 8, 1963.
A Blue Note Records release; originally released in 1964 by Blue Note Records © 2019 UMG Recordings, Inc.
Blue Note Records® is a registered trademark of Capitol Records, LLC.
Catalog number B0029975-01 on spine and back cover, ST-84151 on back cover, BST 84151 on labels, and 84151 on front cover and spine.
Etched runouts.
Track Listing:
A1. Pumpkin
A2. Subterfuge
A3. Black Fire
B1. Cantarnos
B2. Tired Trade
B3. McNeil Island
B4. Land Of Nod
Sound Quality:
Exceptional dynamic range captures every nuance – tight bass, warm midrange, crisp highs. High-quality pressing with excellent tracking and quiet surfaces.
Collector's Notes:
Blue Note's legendary sound engineering delivers exceptional quality. Essential for serious collectors – a piece of musical history with lasting value.
Artist: Andrew Hill
Format: 1LP
Genre: Jazz
Label: Blue Note
Catalog Number: B0029975-01
Series: Tone Poet Series
Release Year: 2019
Country: United States
Condition: Sealed (New)
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