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Contents: [Limited Edition] [Japan Exclusive] [UHQCD Specification] [First UHQCD Release] Blue Note @ 85 (Remastered by Kevin Gray) 2nd Series, 1st Release This is the latest reissue series, a Japan-exclusive project, commemorating the 85th anniversary of Blue Note, the greatest jazz label in history. It features the latest remastering by Kevin Gray, an engineer who has demonstrated his mastery in US Blue Note analog reissue series such as "Tone Poet" and "Classic Vinyl." By utilizing the digital source he created for the analog reissue, the ultimate analog sound has been achieved, faithfully reproducing the sound of the original master tapes as much as possible. A masterpiece composed entirely of blues numbers. The mature Jackie McLean and the elite Freddie Hubbard of the new mainstream deliver a brilliant performance, weaving innovative phrases into an orthodox style. Kenny Drew's dynamic solos and bluesy backing are also excellent.
Jackie McLean (as), Freddie Hubbard (tp), Kenny Drew (p), Doug Watkins (b), Pete LaRoca (ds) Recorded January 8, 1961 in New Jersey *Newly remastered in 2023 / First time on UHQCD Media reviews and more A masterpiece composed entirely of blues numbers. A mature Jackie McLean and the elite of the new mainstream, Freddie Hubbard, deliver a brilliant performance, weaving innovative phrases into an orthodox style. Kenny Drew's dynamic solos and bluesy backing are also excellent. (C)RS
