Cannonball Adderley With Milt Jackson ‎– Things Are Getting Better (Japanese Pressing)

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Rare Japanese Pressing of the Jazz Classic.

This title provides ample evidence why alto Cannonball Adderley is considered one of the masters of his craft. Here he joins forces with Modern Jazz Quartet co-founder Milt Jackson on vibes to create a variety of sonic atmospheres. They are backed by the all-star ensemble of Wynton Kelly on piano, Percy Heath on bass, and the one and only Art Blakey on drums. The moody “Blues Oriental” opens the set with Jackson immediately diving in with his trademark fluid runs and shimmering intonation. Adderley counters with a light and lively line that weaves between the rhythm section. The optimistic “Things Are Getting Better” is a good-natured romp as the co-leads trade and cajole each other into some downright rollicking exchanges. This directly contrasts with the sultry “Serves Me Right,” which allows the combo members to demonstrate their collective musical malleability. The interaction between Adderley and Jackson sparkles as they entwine their respective playing with an uncanny singularity of spirit. The cover of Dizzy Gillespie’s “Groovin’ High” contains another spirited performance with some thoroughly engaging improvisation, especially during Adderley’s voracious solos. “Sidewalks of New York” bops freely as Jackson unleashes some sublime licks against a hearty and equally boisterous sax. Adderley’s “Sounds for Sid” demonstrates his uncanny ability to swing with a strong R&B vibe. With drop-dead timing and profound instrumental chops, this cut is undoubtedly one of the best from Adderley’s earliest canon. The album concludes with a jumping reading of Cole Porter’s “Just One of Those Things.” While Wynton Kelly has been uniformly solid, his interjections stand out here as he bridges and undergirds the two as they banter with flair and aplomb. This set can be recommended without hesitation to all manner of jazz enthusiast, as it quite literally offers something for every taste.

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Riverside Records ‎– SMJ-6122 Stereo Vinyl LP 1976 Japanese Pressing

Side 1.

1. Blues Oriental
Written-By – Milt Jackson

2. Things Are Getting Better
Written-By – Julian Adderley

3. Serves Me Right
Written-By – Budd Johnson

4. Groovin’ High
Written-By – Dizzy Gillespie

Side 2.

1. The Sidewalks Of New York
Arranged By – Julian Adderley
Written-By – Lawlor, Blake

2. Sounds For Sid
Written-By – Julian Adderley

3. Just One Of Those Things
Written-By – Cole Porter

Credits:
Alto Saxophone – Julian ‘Cannonball’ Adderley
Bass – Percy Heath
Cover [Produced And Designed By] – Harris Lewine, Ken Braren, Paul Bacon
Drums – Art Blakey
Engineer [Recording] – Jack Higgins
Photography By [Back-liner] – Lawrence N. Shustak
Photography By [Cover] – Charles Stewart
Piano – Wynton Kelly
Producer, Liner Notes – Orrin Keepnews
Vibraphone [Vibes] – Milt Jackson

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Weight 0,5 kg
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LP Condition