Review: Blue Note like to claim that you will not find superior versions of the albums they remaster and reissue as part of their Tone Poet Series and we are inclined to agree. Next up to get the luxury treatment is Chet Baker who followed his hugely successful Sings album with this, Sings And Plays, which finds the great trumpeter showcasing the other side of his skills. He was backed for the recordings - produced by Richard Bock - by a quartet including pianist Russ Freeman, Bud Shank on flute and strings and arrangements from Frank Campo, Johnny Mandel, and Marty Paich. The ten song set includes some of Chet's best loved tunes.
Review: The great jazz trumpeter Chet Baker recorded Broken Wing in Paris in December 1978 and despite what he was going through personally at the time, it remains a showcase of his undiminished talent. The album highlights exceptional chemistry between the main man and his ensemble which featured pianist Phil Markowitz, bassist Jean-Francois Jenny-Clark, and drummer Jeff Brillinger. They deliver remarkable renditions of Richie Beirach's title track, Wayne Shorter's 'Black Eyes,' and Baker's own 'Blue Gilles.' Baker shines on the trumpet and delivers a graceful vocal performance on 'Oh You Crazy Moon' making this rare but now reissued LP an essential addition to your collection.
Review: Few make jazz as smooth yet smoky and suited to late-night listening as the one and only Chet Baker. His album Signature from 1985 came at the start of his final period of creativity and is one of his best. It features recordings with Philip Catherine and Jean-Louis Rassinfosse and all three of them are in superlative form, playing their best as a group with plenty of musical interaction and conversation but enough space for everyone to shine individually as well s collectively. Baker's trumpet, of course, leads the way with Catherine's nervous guitar and Rassinfosse's rhythmic drive all adding up to something brilliantly potent.
Review: Chet Baker's Round Midnight 79 is a captivating live studio album that showcases his exceptional talent as a jazz trumpeter and song arranger. Recorded in one take with no overdubs, the album captures the raw energy and intimacy of a live performance. Baker's trumpet playing is both sultry and expressive, particularly on tracks like 'What's New?'. Accompanied by Rachel Gould's cabaret-style singing on 'All Blues', adds a unique touch to the album. The supporting musicians, including Henry Florens on piano, Jean-Paul Florens on guitar, Jim Richardson on bass, and Tony Mann on drums, provide a solid foundation for Baker's improvisations. Together, they create a cohesive and captivating soundscape that transports listeners to a smoky jazz club. It is a timeless album that continues to captivate and inspire listeners to this day.
Review: Trumpet player Chet Baker and pianist Bill Evans are both renowned for their lyrical and introspective jazz performances, but sadly they only recorded together a few times. However, that does make their collaborations rare and special. This album compiles all those rare and special moments - including the full mid-50s LP Chet - The Lyrical Trumpet of Chet Baker, which features this album's iconic title track. This superb jazz collection highlights the chemistry between two jazz legends across a series of magical sounds, together for the first time.
Review: There'll Never Be Another You, recorded live in Zagreb, Croatia, in 1985, features Chet Baker on trumpet, piano, and vocals, accompanied by guitarist Philip Catherine. This album captures the essence of Baker's intimate, melancholic style, showcasing his talent across four duos. The duo's chemistry shines through on tracks like 'Beatrice,' 'Leaving,' and the title track, 'There'll Never Be Another You.' Catherine's guitar complements Baker's performance beautifully, adding depth and texture to the music. Now available on vinyl for the first time!
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