Johnny Hodges -Blues A-Plenty (Acoustic Sounds) -Verve LP Grooves.land/Playthek

Details / Tracklist:

01. "Didn't Know About You"
02. "Cool Your Motor"
03. "Gone With The Wind"
04. "Honey Hill"
05. "Blues-A-Plenty"
06. "Don't Take Your Love From Me"
07. "Saturday Afternoon Blues"
08. "Satin Doll"
09. "Reeling And Rocking"

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Description:

Blues A-Plenty by Johnny Hodges And His Orchestra, released 28 June 2024, includes the following tracks: "Gone With The Wind", "Blues-A-Plenty", "Saturday Afternoon Blues", "Reeling And Rocking" and more. This version of Blues A-Plenty comes as a 1xLP. -

Limited 180gm vinyl LP pressing. Johnny Hodges' 1958 album Blues-A-Plenty showcases the great alto saxophonist backed by an all-star group featuring Ben Webster, Roy Eldridge, Vic Dickenson, and an Ellingtonian rhythm section formed by Billy Strayhorn on piano, Jimmy Woode on bass, and Sam Woodyard on drums. Hodges was perhaps the most important soloist and sideman in Duke Ellington's orchestra from 1928 up to Hodges' death in 1970. The self-taught player made many solo forays during his long career - one of his '50s outfits included a young John Coltrane - but history remembers Hodges for his virtuosic sidemanship, particularly his sensitive rendering of ballads. Seeking to offer definitive audiophile grade versions of some of the most historic and best jazz records ever recorded, Verve Label Group and Universal Music Enterprises' audiophile Acoustic Sounds vinyl reissue series utilizes the skills of top mastering engineers and the unsurpassed production craft of Quality Record Pressings. All titles are mastered from the original analog tapes, pressed on 180-gram vinyl and packaged by Stoughton Printing Co. In high-quality gatefold sleeves with tip-on jackets. The releases are supervised by Chad Kassem, CEO of Acoustic Sounds, the world's largest source for audiophile recordings.

[On rear] A Verve Records release; Originally released in 1958 on Verve Records © 2024 UMG Recordings, Inc. Distributed by Universal Music Enterprises, A Division of UMG Recordings, Inc. Repress of [r=4850267]. Runouts are etched.

"Blues A-Plenty (Acoustic Sounds)" is a remarkable LP by the legendary alto saxophonist Johnny Hodges, released under the prestigious Verve label. This album showcases Hodges' masterful command of blues-infused jazz, featuring soulful melodies and impeccable improvisation that highlight his unique tone and expressive style. The record includes collaborations with other jazz greats such as Ben Webster and Roy Eldridge, making it a must-have for any serious jazz collector. Johnny Hodges was best known for his long association with Duke Ellington's orchestra, where he became renowned for his smooth phrasing and emotive playing. Over his illustrious career, Hodges contributed to countless classic recordings and remains one of the most influential figures in jazz history. Verve Records has been synonymous with high-quality jazz releases since its founding in 1956 by Norman Granz, producing albums from icons like Ella Fitzgerald, Stan Getz, and Oscar Peterson.

Vinyl:

1LP Black, 180g, Gatefold

Manufacturer No.:

6512456

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