Product details
- Label Blue Note
- Artist Grant Green
- Series Tone Poet Series
- Format 1LP
- Country United States
- Released Date 2022
- Genre Jazz
- Sealed Yes
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The Latin Bit by Grant Green.
Grant Green delivers transformative artistry in this essential recording.
Musical Analysis:
Grant Green 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:
"The Latin Bit," an album by the legendary guitarist Grant Green, stands as a vibrant fusion of jazz and Latin rhythms, showcasing the artist's unmatched ability to seamlessly blend genres. Released in 1962 on the iconic Blue Note label, this album features an exhilarating ensemble that includes notable musicians such as saxophonist Joe Henderson and percussionists like Willie Bobo, who together create a rhythmic landscape that transports listeners straight to the sun-soaked streets of Latin America. With tracks like "Mambo Inn" and "Funky Mama," Green showcases his soulful, bluesy guitar work infused with energetic Latin beats, forging a unique sound that epitomizes the early 60s Jazz movement while inviting an unmistakable celebratory atmosphere.
The album's distinctiveness lies not only in its innovative integration of cultural influences but also in its enduring appeal to both jazz aficionados and casual listeners alike. Its catchy grooves and infectious melodies draw you in, making it an essential addition to any music collection. As you listen, you
Pressing Details:
Recorded on April 26, 1962, at Van Gelder Studios, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey.
A Blue Note Records release; Originally released in 1963 by Blue Note Records
© 2021 UMG Recordings, Inc. Distributed by Universal Music Enterprises, a Division of UMG Recordings, Inc.
Blue Note® is a registered trademark of Capitol Records, LLC.
Track Listing:
A1. Mambo Inn
A2. Besame Mucho
A3. Mama Inez
B1. Brazil
B2. Tico Tico
B3. My Little Suede Shoes
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: Grant Green
Format: 1LP
Genre: Jazz
Label: Blue Note
Catalog Number: B0033312-01
Series: Tone Poet Series
Release Year: 2022
Country: United States
Condition: Sealed (New)
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