{"product_id":"head-hunters-herbie-hancock-1973-1lp-vinyl-near-mint-nm","title":"Head Hunters - Herbie Hancock (1973) (1LP Vinyl) - Near Mint (NM)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"vinyl-record-details\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedia Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Near Mint (NM)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSleeve Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e VG+ (crease)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"condition-details\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003esuper rare in this condition. Perfect copy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 15px 0; border: none; border-top: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHead Hunters\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eHerbie Hancock\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHerbie Hancock navigated jazz fusion's emergence while staying true to artistic vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMusical Analysis:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHerbie Hancock leads with distinctive artistry, creating intricate interplay between musicians. The harmonic progressions and rhythm section showcase the evolution of jazz with spontaneous brilliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlbum Story:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Head Hunters,\" released in 1973, marks a pivotal moment in music history, as it seamlessly blends jazz, funk, and rock into an innovative soundscape that captivated listeners and transformed the genre. Herbie Hancock, a pioneer of jazz fusion, crafted this groundbreaking album with a vibrant mix of instrumental virtuosity and infectious grooves. The standout track, \"Chameleon,\" features a hypnotic bass line that invites you to experience a rich tapestry of rhythmic adventures, while \"Watermelon Man\" reimagines a classic masterpiece, infusing it with a fresh, energetic spirit. With its bold experimentation and engaging compositions, \"Head Hunters\" not only showcases Hancock's exceptional keyboard skills but also reflects a transformative era in music where genres collide, making it a must-have for any music lover's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets \"Head Hunters\" apart from contemporary jazz albums is its unparalleled ability to engage a wide audience, transcending traditional boundaries and appealing to fans across diverse genres. The album was one of the first\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePressing Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrack Listing:\u003cbr\u003eA1. Chameleon\u003cbr\u003eA2. Watermelon Man\u003cbr\u003eB1. Sly\u003cbr\u003eB2. Vein Melter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCredits:\u003cbr\u003eVictor Moscoso - Design [Cover]\u003cbr\u003eFred Catero - Engineer [Recording, Wally Heider]\u003cbr\u003eJeremy Zatkin - Engineer [Recording, Wally Heider]\u003cbr\u003eThe Herbie Hancock Group - Ensemble\u003cbr\u003eAdam's Dad Management Co. - Management [Artist]\u003cbr\u003eBill Summers - Performer [The Herbie Hancock Group], Congas, Shekere, Balafon, Agogô, Cabasa, Whistle [Hindewho], Tambourine, Slit Drum [Log Drum], Surdo, Bells [Gankoqui], Percussion [Beer Bottle]\u003cbr\u003eHarvey Mason - Performer [The Herbie Hancock Group], Drums [Yamaha]\u003cbr\u003ePaul Jackson (2) - Performer [The Herbie Hancock Group], Marimbula, Electric Bass\u003cbr\u003eBennie Maupin - Performer [The Herbie Hancock Group], Soprano Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Saxello, Bass Clarinet, Alto Flute\u003cbr\u003eHerbie Hancock - Performer [The Herbie Hancock Group], Synthesizer [Arp Odyssey, Arp Soloist], Electric Piano [Fender Rhodes], Clavinet [Hohner D 6], Pipe [Pipes]\u003cbr\u003eWaldo Bascom - Photography By\u003cbr\u003eDavid Rubinson - Producer\u003cbr\u003eHerbie Hancock - Producer\u003cbr\u003eDane Butcher - Recorded By [Different Fur]\u003cbr\u003eJohn Vieira - Recorded By [Different Fur]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotes:\u003cbr\u003eRecorded at Wally Heider Studios, San Francisco.\u003cbr\u003eand at Different Fur Trading Co., San Francisco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA product of Catero Sound Co., San Francisco.\u003cbr\u003eArtist Management: Adamsdad Management Co., San Francisco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHancock Music Co.\/B.M.I.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e℗ 1973 CBS, Inc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis version is the Pitman pressing variation and can be identified by the arrangement of and the typesetting on the labels and by the runout groove etchings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExceptional dynamic range captures every nuance – tight bass, warm midrange, crisp highs. 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