Blue Mitchell – Blue’s Moods (Vinil 180g, LP dublu)

“Blue’s Moods”, released in 1960 on Riverside, presents trumpet virtuoso Blue Mitchell as the leader of a first-class quartet that reads like a who’s who of tasteful, straightforward jazz. Mitchell’s playing is lyrical without being cheesy, swinging without showing off. He is supported by a rhythm section that is so well attuned to each other that you might think they are telepathically connected. At the piano is Wynton Kelly, whose comping is basically musical espresso: sharp, energetic, and never over the top. Sam Jones’ bass holds everything together like high-quality jazz tape, and Roy Brooks on drums keeps the beat crisp and full of swing. Stylistically, “Blue’s Moods” remains true to hard bop, with traces of soul, elegance, and a pinch of nocturnal melancholy. It’s the kind of record that doesn’t vie for attention – it just strolls into the room, puts down its drink, and has you spellbound after two bars. Whether you’re new to jazz or already have 15 shelves full of records in your collection, “Blue’s Moods” is a must-have! It’s intelligent, smooth, and cool – basically the musical equivalent of that friend who always knows the best restaurants and is never late.

As part of the “Analogue Productions Fantasy 45 Series”, “Blue’s Moods” is now being honored with a sonically outstanding reissue, lovingly mastered by Kevin Gray and Steve Hoffman at Acoustech Mastering. The double LP, pressed on 180-gram vinyl by industry leader Quality Record Pressings (QRP) and cut at 45 RPM, comes in an old-style tip-on gatefold jacket from Stoughton Printing with a scuff-resistant, matte finish.

MUSICIANS

Blue Mitchell: trumpet, cornet
Wynton Kelly: piano
Sam Jones: bass
Roy Brooks: drums

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Lista pieselor

LP 1
Side A 
1. I’ll Close My Eyes 
2. Avars 

Side B 
1. Scrapple From The Apple 
2. Kinda Vague 

LP 2
Side C 
1. Sir John 
2. When I Fall In Love 

Side D 
1. Sweet Pumpkin 
2. I Wish I Knew