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Contents: [Limited Edition] [Japan Exclusive] [UHQCD Specification] [First UHQCD Release] Blue Note @ 85 (Remastered by Kevin Gray) 3rd Series, 2nd 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 is achieved, faithfully reproducing the sound of the original master tapes as much as possible. This is a legendary album recorded during the heyday of the Jazz Messengers, featuring Lee Morgan and Wayne Shorter, but which remained unreleased for a long time. It consists of original compositions by Shorter, who served as music director, including the popular song "Ping Pong." Walter Davis Jr. participates on two tracks, replacing Bobby Timmons.
Art Blakey (ds), Lee Morgan (tp), Wayne Shorter (ts), Bobby Timmons, Walter Davis Jr. (p), Jimmy Merritt (b) Recorded in New Jersey on February 18th and May 27th, 1961 *2020 New Remastered Audio Media Reviews etc. This legendary album, recorded during the heyday of the Jazz Messengers with Lee Morgan and Wayne Shorter, remained unreleased for a long time. It consists of originals by Shorter, who served as musical director, including the popular song "Ping Pong." Walter Davis Jr. participates on two tracks in place of Bobby Timmons. (C)RS
