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Contents: [Limited Edition] [Blue Note RVG Rare Album Collection] [Rudy Van Gelder 100th Anniversary] [SHM-CD] [Japan Exclusive] Rudy Van Gelder (RVG), one of the greatest engineers in jazz history, recorded numerous masterpieces for Blue Note, Prestige, Impulse!, and others. To commemorate the 100th anniversary of his birth, the hit series "24 bit by RVG" is being reissued. Starting in 1998, he began digitally remastering his own Blue Note recordings, reviving the innovative Blue Note sound for the CD era. This time, 30 rare albums that have not been reissued in Japan in recent years have been carefully selected and reissued in SHM-CD format. The second Blue Note album from the maestro Dexter Gordon, who has made a complete comeback after a long hiatus. A one-horn album in which he delivers a powerful and unparalleled blow while accompanied by the Kenny Drew Trio. A highlight is the rendition of Charles Chaplin's classic "Smile." He starts playing unaccompanied and maintains a rapid tempo throughout.
Dexter Gordon (ts), Kenny Drew (p), Paul Chambers (b), Philly Joe Jones (ds) Recorded May 9, 1961 in New Jersey. Media reviews and more: The second Blue Note release from the legendary Dexter Gordon, who has made a complete comeback after a long hiatus. A one-horn album featuring the Kenny Drew Trio, showcasing his unparalleled and powerful playing. A highlight is the rendition of Charles Chaplin's classic "Smile." He starts playing unaccompanied and maintains a rapid tempo throughout. (C)RS
