Deciphering The Message - Makaya McCraven (1LP Vinyl)

Deciphering The Message by Makaya McCraven.

Makaya McCraven delivers transformative artistry in this essential recording.

Musical Analysis:
Makaya McCraven 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:
"Deciphering The Message" by Makaya McCraven is an exceptional tribute to the legacy of the legendary Blue Note Records, seamlessly blending the timeless essence of jazz with modern-day ingenuity. This album captures a unique essence through its innovative approach to music production, featuring McCraven's masterful ability to take classic jazz samples and transform them into captivating rhythmic landscapes. The album stands out not only for its intricate layering of sounds but also for how it interprets the messages embedded within the jazz tradition, creating a dialogue between the past and the present. With each track, listeners are invited to immerse themselves in a sonic journey that feels both familiar and refreshingly new.

What truly sets "Deciphering The Message" apart is its commitment to spontaneity and collaboration, showcasing an impressive lineup of talented musicians who bring their own unique flair to the album. McCraven’s creative technique of live-looping and utilizing recorded bits creates an organic yet meticulously crafted listening experience. Potential buyers will find that this

Pressing Details:
Made in EU.

Includes a printed insert.

Blue Note Records; ℗© 2021 UMG Recordings, Inc.

Recorded and engineered [...] at Makaya Music Studios.

Additional recording and engineering by Greg Ward at Avondale Studios, Joel Ross at Good Vibes Inc., De'Sean Jones at Submerge Studios, Jeff Parker at Sholo Studios, Matt Gold at Catfish Recording, Marquis Hill at Black Unlimited Music Group, Dave Vettraino at Palisade Studios, and Jerome James Studio.

Mixed by Dave Vettraino at International Anthem Studios and Makaya McCraven at6 Makaya Music Studios Mastered [...] at Elysian Masters, Los Angeles, CA
A1. A Slice Of The Top (A Slice Of The Top, Hank Mobley) ("Pee Wee Marquette Announcement" - A Night At Birdland, Vol. 1, Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers) Published by Second Floor Music (BMI) AKA "Sliced Off The Top"
A2. Sunset (Whistle Stop, Kenny Dorham) Published by Second Floor Music (BMI) AKA "Son Set"
A3. When Your Lover Has Gone (A Night In Tunisia, Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers) Published by Warner Bros Inc. (Warner Bros Music Div) (ASCAP) AKA "When You've Left Your Lover"
A4. Ecaroh (Horace Silver Trio, Horace Silver) Published by Ecaroh Music Inc (ASCAP) AKA "Revlis"
A5. Tranquillity (Components, Bobby Hutcherson) ("Pee Wee Marquette Announcement" - Meet You At The Jazz Corner Of The World Vol. 1 - Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers) Published by EMI UNART CATALOG INC (BMI) AKA "Corner Of The World"
A6. Wail Bait (The Memorial Album, Clifford Brown) Published by Silhouette Music (BMI) AKA "Wait Bail"
A7. Coppin' The Haven (One Flight Up, Dexter Gordon) Published by EMI UNART CATALOG INC (BMI) AKA "At The Haven Coppin'"
B1. Frank's Tune (Easterly Winds, Jack Wilson) ("Art Blakey Announcement" - At The Cafe Bohemia, Vol. 2 - Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers) Published by Steeplechase Music (KODA) AKA "De'Jeff's Tune"
B2. Autumn In New York (Blue Lights Vol. 1, Kenny Burrell) Published by Music Sales Corp (ASCAP) AKA "Spring In Chicago"
B3. Monaco ('Round About Midnight At The Cafe Bohemia, Kenny Dorham) ("Pee Wee Marquette & Art Blakey Announcement" - Meet You At The Jazz Corner Of The World Vol. 2 - Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers) Published by Second Floor Music (BMI) AKA "Monte Negro"
B4. Mr. Jin (Indestructible, Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers) Published by Miyako Music (BMI) AKA "Mr. Gin"
B5. C.F.D. (Something Personal, Jack Wilson) Published by EMI UNART CATALOG INC (BMI) AKA "D.F.C."
B6. Black Rhythm Happening (Black Rhythm Happening, Eddie Gale) Published by Mark Edward Publishing Company (ASCAP)

Track Listing:
A1. A Slice Of The Top
A2. Sunset
A3. When Your Lover Has Gone
A4. Ecaroh
A5. Tranquillity
A6. Wail Bait
A7. Coppin' The Heaven
B1. Frank's Tune
B2. Autumn In New York
B3. Monaco
B4. Mr. Jin
B5. C.F.D.
B6. Black Rhythm Happening

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: Makaya McCraven

Format: 1LP

Genre: Jazz

Label: Blue Note

Catalog Number: 00602438144730

Release Year: 2021

Country: United States

Condition: Sealed (New)