Chantal Chamberland – Dripping Indigo – Evosound Records 180g 2LP Coloured Vinyl
Smooth as a dry martini and equally intoxicating, Chantal Chamberland’s “Dripping Indigo” cements her role as one of the best interpreters of classic song book favorites.
Two factors set Chamberland’s music apart from the pack. First, the arrangements are slow and sexy relying on a small jazz ensemble for backing (piano, sax, bass light rhythm).
Secondly is her luscious voice, which caresses the listener with a breathy purr throughout the album.
Chantal Chamberland – Serendipity Street – 180g Chesky Records 2 LP Vinyl
Immerse yourself in the soulful jazz elegance of Chantal Chamberland with Serendipity Street, a beautifully crafted 180g 2LP vinyl release from Chesky Records. Showcasing Chamberland’s signature smoky vocals and intimate interpretations of jazz, blues, and classic ballads, this album delivers a warm, immersive listening experience. Pressed on high-quality 180g vinyl, this audiophile edition captures every nuance of her emotive performances with exceptional clarity and depth. A must-have for jazz lovers and vinyl collectors, Serendipity Street is the perfect soundtrack for relaxed, late-night listening, enveloping you in rich tones and timeless melodies.
Chantal Chamberland – Soirée – Chesky Records SACD
Immerse yourself in the sultry, jazz-infused elegance of Chantal Chamberland with Soirée, a breathtaking SACD release from Chesky Records. Featuring her signature smoky vocals and soulful interpretations of jazz and blues classics, this album delivers an intimate, emotionally rich listening experience. The SACD format ensures audiophile-grade sound quality, capturing every nuance of Chamberland’s evocative voice and lush instrumentation with stunning clarity. A must-have for jazz lovers and audiophiles, Soirée is the perfect soundtrack for late-night listening, setting the mood with timeless sophistication and warmth.
Chantal Chamberland – Temptation – 180g Chesky Records 2 LP Vinyl
Experience the sultry, jazz-infused charm of Chantal Chamberland with Temptation, now available as a premium 180g 2LP vinyl release from Chesky Records. Featuring her signature smoky vocals and evocative interpretations of jazz, blues, and classic ballads, this album delivers an intimate and immersive listening experience. Pressed on high-quality 180g vinyl, this audiophile edition enhances every rich tone and delicate nuance, ensuring superior sound clarity and warmth. A must-have for jazz enthusiasts and vinyl collectors, Temptation is the perfect addition to any high-fidelity music collection, setting the mood for sophisticated, late-night listening.
Chantal Chamberland – Temptation – Chesky Records SACD
Experience the sensual, jazz-infused charm of Chantal Chamberland with Temptation, a stunning SACD release from Chesky Records. Showcasing her signature smoky vocals and emotive delivery, this album blends jazz, blues, and sultry ballads into a captivating listening experience. The SACD format ensures audiophile-grade sound quality, allowing every breath, note, and instrumental nuance to be heard with unparalleled clarity and warmth. A must-have for jazz and blues lovers, Temptation is an essential addition to any high-fidelity music collection, setting the perfect mood for intimate, late-night listening.
Charles Mingus – Blues & Roots – Analogue Productions Atlantic 75 Series 45 rpm 180g Vinyl
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AllMusic marks Charles Mingus' Blues & Roots as a rejoinder to the critical carping that the virtuoso bass player and accomplished jazz pianist and bandleader and his evocative music "somehow didn't swing enough." For this album Mingus turned to the earthiest and earliest sources of black musical expression — blues, gospel, and old-time New Orleans jazz. The resulting album ranks arguably as Mingus' most joyously swinging outing.
Charles Mingus – Blues & Roots – Analogue Productions Atlantic 75 Series Hybrid SACD
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AllMusic marks Charles Mingus' Blues & Roots as a rejoinder to the critical carping that the virtuoso bass player and accomplished jazz pianist and bandleader and his evocative music "somehow didn't swing enough." For this album Mingus turned to the earthiest and earliest sources of black musical expression — blues, gospel, and old-time New Orleans jazz. The resulting album ranks arguably as Mingus' most joyously swinging outing.
Charles Mingus – Pithecanthropus Erectus (Mono) – Analogue Productions Atlantic 75 Series 45 rpm 180g Vinyl
Charles Mingus – The Clown (Mono) – Analogue Productions Atlantic 75 Series 45 rpm 180g Vinyl
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The Clown was Charles Mingus' second masterpiece in a row, featuring Jean Shepard (yes, that Jean Shepard from the holiday movie A Christmas Story) on the title tune narrating a story about a clown attempting to please the world with his performances. The Clown also introduced two of Mingus' finest compositions in the driving, determined "Haitian Fight Song" and the '40s-flavored "Reincarnation of a Lovebird," a peaceful but melancholy tribute to Charlie Parker; Mingus would return to both throughout his career.
Charles Mingus: Mingus Takes Manhattan – The Complete Birdland Dates: 1961 – 1962 4LP New Land Vinyl
Mingus Takes Manhattan collects together Charles Mingus’ run of dates at the world famous Birdland, New York from 1961-1962, released here officially for the first time ever in conjunction with the Mingus Estate.
The original reel-to-reel tapes used to record the radio broadcasts were tracked down, cleaned and remastered especially for this release. Previously only issued in bootleg form, the recordings enclosed feature Mingus in the midst of a highly creative spell.
Alternating between bass and piano during these sets features a rotating band of heavy hitters including Yusef Lateef, Roland Kirk, Jaki Byard, Booker Ervin, Pepper Adams as well as Mingus mainstays Charles McPherson, Dannie Richmond and others.
Charlie Hunter – Bing Bing Bing! (Classic Vinyl Series) Blue Note 2 LP Vinyl
Charlie Hunter’s 1995 Blue Note debut Bing Bing Bing! was a groove-heavy tour-de-force that marked the arrival of a virtuosic guitarist whose unique concept on his 8-string guitar produced music that was both impressive and irrepressible. Hunter’s trio laid down a program of originals plus an unforgettable cover of Nirvana’s “Come As You Are.” This Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition is stereo, all-analog, mastered by Kevin Gray from the original master tapes, and pressed on 180g vinyl at Optimal.
