A1: Stolen Moments (8:45) A2: Hoe Down (4:43) A3: Cascades (5:30) B1: Yearnin' (6:20) B2: Butch And Butch (4:35) B3: Teenie's Blues (6:31)
Number of discs:
1
Description:
(P) 1961
"The Blues And The Abstract Truth" is a legendary jazz album by Oliver Nelson, now available in the LP format from Ermitage Import. Originally released in 1961, this masterpiece features an all-star lineup including Eric Dolphy, Freddie Hubbard, Bill Evans, Paul Chambers and Roy Haynes. The record is celebrated for its sophisticated arrangements and innovative approach to blues-based jazz compositions. Tracks like "Stolen Moments" have become standards of modern jazz and showcase Nelson's brilliance as both composer and arranger. Oliver Nelson was a highly influential saxophonist, composer and bandleader whose work shaped the sound of post-bop jazz; his collaborations with other greats further cemented his legacy in music history. Ermitage Import is renowned for their high-quality reissues of classic albums on vinyl, ensuring that timeless works such as this are preserved with exceptional audio fidelity for collectors and new listeners alike.