Product details
- Label Blue Note
- Artist The Blue Mitchell Quintet
- Series Tone Poet Series
- Format 1LP
- Country United States
- Released Date 2024
- Genre Jazz
- Sealed Yes
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Down With It! by The Blue Mitchell Quintet.
The Blue Mitchell Quintet delivers transformative artistry in this essential recording.
Musical Analysis:
The Blue Mitchell Quintet 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:
"Down With It!" by The Blue Mitchell Quintet is a captivating exploration of jazz that perfectly captures the vibrant spirit of the 1960s. Released in 1966 on the venerable Blue Note label, the album stands out for its unique fusion of hard bop and modal jazz, delivered with a refreshing assertiveness. Blue Mitchell’s virtuosic trumpet playing takes center stage, effortlessly weaving through intricate melodies that are both lively and introspective. The rich synergy among the quintet—featuring notable artists like Wayne Shorter on saxophone and Horace Parlan on piano—creates a sonic landscape that feels both timeless and innovative, inviting listeners into a dynamic dialogue between instruments.
What truly distinguishes "Down With It!" is its infectious energy and rhythmic complexity. Tracks like "Bam Bam" and "Down With It" reveal a playful interplay of themes and improvisation that showcases the quintet's prowess. This album is not merely a collection of songs; it's an experience that transports the listener
Pressing Details:
Recorded on July 14, 1965 at Van Gelder Studios, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
[On rear]
A Blue Note Records release; Originally released in 1966 on Blue Note Records
© 2024 Capitol Records, LLC. Distributed by Universal music Enterprises, a Division of UMG Recordings, Inc.
Blue Note® is a registered trademark of Capitol Records, LLC.
Runouts are etched.
Track Listing:
A1. Hi-Heel Sneakers
A2. Perception
A3. Alone, Alone And Alone
B1. March On Selma
B2. One Shirt
B3. Samba De Stacy
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: The Blue Mitchell Quintet
Format: 1LP
Genre: Jazz
Label: Blue Note
Catalog Number: 602445395774
Series: Tone Poet Series
Release Year: 2024
Country: United States
Condition: Sealed (New)
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