Dizzy Reece
Star Bright

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Universal Music Japan
Release date: 31/May/2024

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#634 in Other Modern Jazz
#1342 in Jazz

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Other Modern Jazz

Product No.:

2101122170

Details / Tracklist:

1. THE RAKE
2. I'LL CLOSE MY EYES
3. GROOVESVILLE
4. THE REBOUND
5. I WISHED ON THE MOON
6. A VARIATION ON MONK

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Jamaican-born trumpeter Dizzy Reece was a fixture of the London jazz scene before moving to New York City in 1959 where he recorded his excellent album Star Bright, a hidden gem in the Blue Note catalog featuring a first-rate hard bop quintet with Hank Mobley on tenor saxophone, Wynton Kelly on piano, Paul Chambers on bass & Art Taylor on drums. 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. -

Japanese-only remastered pressing. Universal. 2024.

"Star Bright" is a remarkable jazz album by trumpeter Dizzy Reece, released in the CD format by Universal Music Japan. Originally recorded in 1959 and issued on Blue Note Records, this reissue brings to life one of the most compelling hard bop sessions of its era. The album features an all-star lineup including Hank Mobley, Wynton Kelly, Paul Chambers, and Art Taylor?each contributing their unique artistry to Reece's vibrant compositions. With tracks like "The Rake," "Groovesville," and the title piece "Star Bright," listeners are treated to a dynamic blend of lyrical trumpet lines and sophisticated rhythms that showcase Reece?s compositional prowess. Dizzy Reece is a Jamaican-born jazz trumpeter whose career flourished after moving to London and later New York City. He quickly gained recognition for his bold tone and inventive improvisations, recording several acclaimed albums for Blue Note during the late 1950s and early 1960s. His collaborations with legends such as John Coltrane further cemented his reputation as one of hard bop?s leading voices. Universal Music Japan stands out as a premier label known for high-quality audio releases and meticulous attention to detail in packaging classic recordings. Their dedication ensures that legendary works like "Star Bright" continue to reach new generations of music lovers worldwide.

Manufacturer No.:

UCCQ-9669

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