Product details
- Label Blue Note
- Artist Jimmy Smith
- Format 1LP
- Country United States
- Released Date 2019
- Genre Jazz
- Sealed Yes
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Groovin' At Smalls' Paradise (Volume 1) by Jimmy Smith.
Bessie Smith, Empress of the Blues, with powerful voice backed by finest jazz musicians.
Musical Analysis:
Jimmy Smith 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:
"Groovin' At Smalls' Paradise (Volume 1)" by Jimmy Smith is a scintillating gem in the realm of jazz, capturing the electrifying energy of live performance at one of New York's most iconic venues in the early 1960s. This album brilliantly showcases Smith's unparalleled talent as an organist, seamlessly blending soulful melodies with infectious rhythms that ignite the spirit of spontaneity. Accompanied by a stellar ensemble—boasting the prowess of guitarist Thornel Schwartz and drummer Grady Tate—Smith leads an unforgettable session filled with improvisation and a radiant interplay of sound. The tracks are buoyed by spontaneous applause and laughter, allowing listeners to feel as if they are right there in the crowd, soaking in the electric atmosphere of Smalls’ Paradise, where music and camaraderie come alive.
What sets "Groovin' At Smalls' Paradise (Volume 1)" apart is not just the caliber of the musicianship but the album’s dedication to jazz's rich
Pressing Details:
Recorded at "Smalls' Paradise", NYC, on November 15, 1957.
This Blue Note 80 Vinyl Edition is all-analog, mastered by Kevin Gray from the original master tapes, and pressed on 180g vinyl at Optimal
0822929 on back sleeve mid-bottom after Label Code and on spine.
BLP 1585 on labels.
1585 on front sleeve, on back sleeve top right and on spine.
Track Listing:
A1. After Hours
A2. My Funny Valentine
B1. Slightly Monkish
B2. Laura
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: Jimmy Smith
Format: 1LP
Genre: Jazz
Label: Blue Note
Catalog Number: 0822929
Release Year: 2019
Country: United States
Condition: Sealed (New)
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