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Contents: [Limited Edition] [Japan Exclusive] [UHQCD Specification] Blue Note @ 85 (Remastered by Kevin Gray) 3rd 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 representative work from a period when the band crossed the line of hard bop and transitioned to a new form of jazz expression. "Melody for Melonee" is particularly famous. A dramatic piano intro leads into a tense alto saxophone solo, followed by a series of aggressive solos. The emotional playing on "I'll Keep Loving You" is also a must-listen.
Jackie McLean (as), Walter Davis Jr. (p), Herbie Lewis (b), Billy Higgins (ds) Recorded March 19, 1962 in New Jersey *Newly remastered in 2024 Media reviews and more A representative work from a period when they crossed the line of hard bop and transitioned to a new form of jazz expression. "Melody for Melonee" is famous. Dramatic piano intro leads into a tense alto saxophone solo that builds to an aggressive climax. The emotional playing on "I'll Keep Loving You" is also a must-listen. (C)RS
