Cliff Jordan -Cliff Craft -Blue Note LP Grooves.land/Playthek

Details / Tracklist:

1.1 Laconia

1.2 Soul-Lo Blues

1.3 Cliff Craft

2.1 Confirmation

2.2 Sophisticated Lady

2.3 Anthropology

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Cliff Craft by Cliff Jordan, released 19 July 2024. This version of Cliff Craft comes as a 1xLP. -

Vinyl LP pressing. Tenor saxophonist Clifford Jordan blew in from Chicago in 1957 and put the NYC jazz scene on notice with a trio of excellent Blue Note sessions including Blowing in from Chicago co-led with John Gilmore, the self-title Cliff Jordan, and Cliff Craft. This third album featured Jordan at the helm of first-rate hard bop quintet with Art Farmer on trumpet, Sonny Clark on piano, George Tucker on bass, and Louis Hayes on drums. Side 1 presented three Jordan originals including the sublime "Laconia," "Soul-Lo Blues," and the hard-swinging title track. Side 2 found Jordan playing well-known tunes by Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, and Duke Ellington including "Confirmation," "Anthropology," and a show-stopping version of the ballad "Sophisticated Lady."

A Blue Note Records release; Originally released in 1957 on Blue Note Records © 2024 Capitol Records, LLC., Universal International Music B.V. Blue Note® is a registered trademark of Capitol Records, LLC. Made in the E.U. Runouts are etched.

"Cliff Craft" is a classic jazz LP by the renowned tenor saxophonist Cliff Jordan, released on the legendary Blue Note label. Recorded in 1957, this album showcases Jordan's robust and soulful playing style, accompanied by an all-star ensemble featuring Art Farmer (trumpet), Sonny Clark (piano), George Tucker (bass), and Louis Hayes (drums). The record features original compositions as well as reinterpretations of jazz standards, blending hard bop energy with lyrical sophistication. "Cliff Craft" stands out for its dynamic interplay between musicians and remains a testament to Jordan?s artistry during one of jazz?s golden eras. Blue Note Records is synonymous with excellence in jazz music since its founding in 1939. Known for their high-quality recordings and iconic cover art, Blue Note has been home to many of the greatest names in jazz history such as Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Herbie Hancock, and Thelonious Monk. Their commitment to artistic freedom has made them a cornerstone of modern jazz. Cliff Jordan was an influential figure in the hard bop movement throughout the 1950s and '60s. His collaborations with artists like Horace Silver and Max Roach cemented his reputation as a versatile saxophonist capable of both powerful solos and sensitive accompaniment. Albums like "Blowing In from Chicago" further established him among elite contemporaries.

Vinyl:

black,180g,Gatefold Sleeve, Stereo,Optimal

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Manufacturer No.:

5880784

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