Elvin Jones -Mr Jones - CD Grooves.land/Playthek

Details / Tracklist:

1. ONE'S NATIVE PLACE
2. GEE GEE
3. MR. JONES
4. WHAT'S UP-THAT'S IT
5. SOULTRANE
6. NEW BREED

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Description:

After his six years with the seminal John Coltrane Quartet, the mighty drummer Elvin Jones signed with Blue Note Records in 1968 and made a series of 10 fantastic albums including 1972â??s Mr. Jones, produced by Francis Wolff and George Butler, and featuring saxophonists Dave Liebman, Steve Grossman, and Pepper Adams, Thad Jones on flugelhorn, pianist Jan Hammer, bassist Gene Perla, and percussionists Carlos â??Patatoâ? Valdes, Frank Ippolito, and Albert Duffy. The music delves into expansive post-bop with Latin influences and includes an impassioned version of Tadd Dameronâ??s gorgeous ballad â??Soultraneâ? in dedication to Coltrane. -

Japanese UHQCD pressing. Unviersal. 2022.

"Mr Jones" is a remarkable CD album by the legendary jazz drummer Elvin Jones, released under the iconic Blue Note label. This recording showcases Elvin Jones's dynamic drumming style and his innovative approach to rhythm, which has influenced generations of jazz musicians. The album features a stellar lineup of talented musicians and delivers an energetic blend of hard bop and post-bop sounds that highlight Jones?s technical mastery and creative vision. As one of the most influential drummers in jazz history, Elvin Jones rose to fame as part of the John Coltrane Quartet before embarking on a successful solo career marked by numerous acclaimed albums. His powerful yet nuanced playing continues to inspire both listeners and fellow artists worldwide. Blue Note Records, established in 1939, is renowned for its dedication to high-quality jazz recordings and has been home to many legendary artists such as Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, and Art Blakey.

Manufacturer No.:

UCCU-45064

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