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Benny Carter & Dizzy Gillespie – Carter, Gillespie, Inc.
54,00 €Add to cart180-gram vinyl Mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from the original analog master tape Pressed at Quality Record Pressings Housed in a Stoughton Printing tip-on jacket Dizzy Gillespie wrote his classic "A Night in Tunisia" in 1942 when he was working with Benny Carter. Thirty-four years later the two recorded it together for this album and gave it one of its most luminous performances. In this encounter, Carter, at 70, and Gillespie, at 60, were inspired to some of the best playing of what might be described as their later years if it weren’t for the fact that, at this writing, both were going strong into the 1990s. Among the pieces are two less well-known masterpieces, Gillespie’s "Constantinople" and Carter’s "The Courtship." Gillespie’s superb bassist of the great 1947-48 big band, Al McKibbon, is in the rhythm section with Tommy Flanagan, Joe Pass, and Mickey Roker. Mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from the original analog master tape. Pressed at Quality Record Pressings for superior sound quality, and housed in a Stoughton Printing tip-on single pocket jacket.
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Zoot Sims – Passion Flower (Zoot Sims Plays Duke Ellington)
54,00 €Add to cart180-gram vinyl Mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from the original analog master tape Pressed at Quality Record Pressings Housed in a Stoughton Printing tip-on jacket Here is an album of Duke Ellington compositions arranged and conducted by Benny Carter, with Zoot Sims as principal soloist. Add those names to the list of musicians in the adjoining display and you get a total greater than the sum of its parts. Among the many albums Sims made for Pablo, the Ellington project was particularly close to his heart. The Ellington band of 1940 and '41 was a formative influence on the young tenor man setting out on his career. The great tenor saxophonist Ben Webster's solos profoundly affected him. It is true that his tone was closer to Lester Young's, but Webster's conception was always a major component of Sims's style, and toward the end of his life Zoot's sound took on more of Webster's heft and darkness. Fittingly, he and Webster's favorite pianist, Jimmy Rowles, do Bojangles to a rare turn, and Sims gives an achingly beautiful reading of Duke's "Your Love Has Faded." Mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from the original analog master tape, and pressed at Quality Record Pressings for optimal sound quality, this Analogue Productions 180-gram reissue is an exceptional audiophile disc. Housed in a gatefold Stoughton Printing tip-on jacket.
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Sarah Vaughan – Send In The Clowns
54,00 €Add to cart180-gram vinyl Mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from the original analog tape Pressed at Quality Record Pressings Housed in a Stoughton Printing tip-on jacket Sarah Vaughan and her working trio team with the "no Count" Basie band for this 1981 collection — their first studio meeting in 20 years! They create a magical album that evokes the days when singer and orchestra shared the stage at the original Birdland. The program looks back even further in the Divine One's career, with the inclusion of her early hit "If You Could See Me Now," while also featuring one of her last signature songs in the title track. The entire program, arranged with flair by Sammy Nestico and Allyn Ferguson, is a tour de force that finds Vaughan letting all stops out in a setting that matches her sublime vocals. Mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from the original analog master tape. Pressed at Quality Record Pressings for superior sound quality, and housed in a handsome Stoughton Printing tip-on jacket.
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Muddy Waters – Folk Singer (Mono)
44,00 €Add to cartMuddy Waters — Folk Singer (Mono) Chess Records 75 Series from Chess Records and Acoustic Sounds! The only acoustic album that Waters ever recorded! All-analog mastering by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab 180-gram vinyl pressed at Quality Record Pressings Few albums in the blues canon carry the authority and lasting impact of Muddy Waters' "Folk Singer." Originally released in 1964 — and presented here in its pure, intimate mono form — this is the only all-acoustic recording Muddy ever made. The result is a striking return to the Delta feel that shaped him, transformed into what many consider the first, and still the definitive, blues concept album. Worried that the rising folk boom might pull listeners away from the blues, Chess Records sent Muddy Waters into the studio for an all-acoustic session — and the results were nothing short of revelatory. Joined by Willie Dixon and a young Buddy Guy, Waters delivers an "unplugged" performance that stands today as one of the most captivating crossover moments in the genre's history. All-analog mastering by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from the mono master, 180-gram vinyl pressed by Quality Record Pressings.
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Little Walter – The Best Of Little Walter
44,00 €Add to cartLittle Walter — The Best Of Little Walter (Mono) Chess Records 75 Series from Chess Records and Acoustic Sounds! Influential blues harmonica record Groundbreaking instrumentals include "Juke" and "My Babe" All-analog mastering by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab 180-gram vinyl pressed at Quality Record Pressings Little Walter — The Best of Little Walter is the album that became a cornerstone of Chicago Blues and one that turned a pocket-sized harp into a weapon of musical mass seduction! Originally released on Chess Records in 1958, this compilation is stacked with Walter Jacobs' most iconic sides: "Juke" (the only harmonica instrumental to ever top the Billboard R&B chart), "My Babe" (a Willie Dixon-penned classic), "Blues With a Feeling," "Off the Wall," and more. These tracks didn't just set the standard — they became the standard for electric blues harp, influencing everyone from Paul Butterfield to Mick Jagger and beyond. Walter amplified the harmonica — literally-plugging it into a microphone and pushing it through an amp for a dirty, distorted tone that changed the sound of blues forever. This isn't just a "greatest hits" package; it's a history lesson in how Chess Records built the DNA of modern music. Walter stood shoulder-to-shoulder with Muddy Waters and Howlin' Wolf in Chess' legendary lineup, and his innovations helped shape rock, soul, and blues for decades to come. This reissue smokes. Mastered by Matt Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from the original Chess tapes — the same golden ears behind numerous other reissue classics, combined with Quality Record Pressings' uncompromising vinyl craft. The result? The raw power of Walter's amplified harp leaps off the 180-gram vinyl with detail and punch that will make your system blush. This isn't background music. This is a front-row seat to the birth of electric blues, with dead-quiet pressings that let every reed vibration, every wailing bend, hang in the air like cigarette smoke in a sweaty club.
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Sonny Boy Williamson – The Real Folk Blues
44,00 €Add to cartSonny Boy Williamson — The Real Folk Blues Chess Records 75 Series from Chess Records and Acoustic Sounds! Brilliant collection of postwar blues! Electrifying tracks include "Bring It On Home," and "One Way Out" All-analog mastering by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab 180-gram vinyl pressed at Quality Record Pressings If you think the blues is just three chords and a cloud of dust, meet the man who turned that cloud into a thunderstorm: Sonny Boy Williamson II. This 1966 Chess Records gem, The Real Folk Blues, is a masterclass in attitude, sly humor, and harmonica sorcery. From the hypnotic sway of "Checkin' Up on My Baby" to the swaggering "Bring It On Home" and the heartbreak of "Sad to Be Alone," Sonny Boy's every note feels like he's letting you in on a dangerous secret. His tone? Razor-sharp and dripping with personality. His phrasing? As unpredictable as a pool hall hustler. He didn't just play the harmonica — he gave it a soul and a swagger that inspired a generation, influencing everyone from The Yardbirds to Led Zeppelin. (Hint: That "Bring It On Home" you love? Yeah, this is the blueprint.) Chess Records wasn't just a label; it was an institution of innovation. Muddy gave you muscle. Howlin' Wolf gave you menace. But Sonny Boy? He gave you mischief and magic in a 10-hole harp. This album captures that Chess-era electricity — a raw, amplified blues sound that rewrote the rules and laid the groundwork for rock's golden age. This isn't some dusty reprint. This is Matt Lutthans mastering at The Mastering Lab paired with Quality Record Pressings' world-class vinyl craft — translation: you're about to hear Sonny Boy like never before. The harmonica's growl, the guitar's bite, the Chess echo chamber's moody vibe — all rendered with jaw-dropping clarity on a 180-gram dead-quiet pressing. If you're building a serious blues collection — or just want to experience one of the most influential harmonica voices of all time — this is non-negotiable. Crank it up, and prepare to marvel at a man who made a small instrument sound bigger than life.
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Muddy Waters – The Real Folk Blues (Mono)
44,00 €Add to cartMuddy Waters — The Real Folk Blues (Mono) Chess Records 75 Series from Chess Records and Acoustic Sounds! All-analog mastering by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab 180-gram vinyl pressed at Quality Record Pressings Issued by Chess Records at the height of the 1960s folk revival, this classic compilation cleverly reframed Waters' early Chicago recordings with a title and cover that aligned him with a new, younger audience discovering the roots of American music. The irony, of course, is that Muddy didn't need repositioning. He was the source. Although most of these tracks were recorded in Chicago studios, often with electric guitar in the mix, the spirit is unmistakably down-home. There's a stark, front-porch authority in the performances — spare instrumentation, unvarnished arrangements, and a gritty, conversational vocal style that carries the emotional weight of Delta tradition straight into the urban blues era. This is the Muddy Waters who changed the language of modern blues. "Mannish Boy" stomps with primal swagger, its hypnotic riff and call-and-response vocal becoming one of the most recognizable signatures in postwar blues. "Screamin' & Cryin'" and "Just To Be With You" simmer with tension and longing, while "Walking Blues" reconnects directly to the Delta lineage that Waters absorbed in his youth. "Walking In The Park," "Same Thing," and "Canary Bird" round out a program that's stacked with grit, groove, and raw storytelling.
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Howlin’ Wolf – The Real Folk Blues (Mono)
44,00 €Add to cartHowlin' Wolf — The Real Folk Blues (Mono) Chess Records 75 Series from Chess Records and Acoustic Sounds! Mastered from digital sources by Matt Lutthans at The Mastering Lab 180-gram vinyl pressed at Quality Record Pressings Most of Chess Records' Real Folk Blues albums were compilations of singles recorded over a span of years (in Wolf's case, from 1956 to 1965). This album did not fit the usual definitions of "folk blues," featuring instead Chicago urban blues by an incomparable singer and a host of great sidemen (including Hubert Sumlin and Buddy Guy), but Chess was making a move to remarket the blues to a new audience that had developed with the boom in folk music. This was Chess' second LP of Wolf singles, and a comment posted on the Blues Hall of Fame web site about the first LP applies to this one too: "Considering how many of the songs here have become standards in the repertoires of countless blues and rock bands, it's hard to fathom that none of these Wolf 45s sold well enough to make the Billboard R&B charts." The Real Folk Blues classics include "Killing Floor," "Tail Dragger," "Built for Comfort," and "Three Hundred Pounds of Joy."
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Chuck Berry – St. Louis To Liverpool
44,00 €Add to cartChuck Berry — St. Louis To Liverpool Chess Records 75 Series from Chess Records and Acoustic Sounds! Rock 'n' roll pioneer's seventh studio album! All-analog mastering by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab 180-gram vinyl pressed at Quality Record Pressings Includes the charting singles "No Particular Place To Go," "You Never Can Tell," "Little Marie" and more! By 1964, Chuck Berry had already rewritten the rules of rock 'n' roll. With St. Louis to Liverpool, his seventh studio album for Chess Records, he proved he could still push the music forward with style, swagger, and unforgettable songwriting. This was the first Berry studio LP to crack the U.S. Billboard album chart — a long-overdue breakthrough that signaled just how deeply his sound had taken hold. The album is stacked with hits, featuring four of Berry's five charting singles from 1964: the cruising, grin-inducing "No Particular Place to Go," the effortlessly cool "You Never Can Tell," the runaway-train energy of "Promised Land," and the bright, melodic "Little Marie." Decades later, You Never Can Tell would achieve a second life — and iconic status — when John Travolta and Uma Thurman danced to it in Quentin Tarantino's Pulp Fiction. All-analog mastering by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab, 180-gram vinyl pressed by Quality Record Pressings. For collectors and rock enthusiasts, St. Louis to Liverpool stands as one of Berry's most cohesive, joyfully creative records — a perfect blend of sharp storytelling, signature guitar fire, and pure rock 'n' roll charm.
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Ella Fitzgerald – Fine and Mellow
54,00 €Add to cart180-gram vinyl Mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from the original analog master tape Pressed at Quality Record Pressings Housed in a Stoughton Printing tip-on jacket Step into the world of jazz like never before with Ella Fitzgerald — Fine And Mellow, a timeless masterpiece that captures the unparalleled artistry of Ella Fitzgerald, recorded live in a magic-filled moment. Released during the golden era of jazz in the early 1960s, this album is an audiophile's dream, showcasing not just the vocal brilliance of Ella, but the sonic chemistry of a legendary ensemble of jazz titans. The story behind Fine And Mellow begins with Ella Fitzgerald, often heralded as the "First Lady of Song," collaborating with a distinguished group of musicians who were at the pinnacle of jazz innovation. Recorded at the famed Los Angeles Philharmonic Auditorium in 1962, this live session presents a rare and authentic glimpse into the improvisational magic of the era. The album is a veritable "who's who" of jazz greats, chosen with a careful and deliberate focus on complementing Ella's vocal style. Ella's smooth yet powerful voice effortlessly rides the waves of a setlist filled with timeless classics, most notably the title track, Fine And Mellow. The album features Ella at the height of her vocal prowess, with each note floating in the air with an almost tactile quality. Mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from the original analog master tape. Pressed at Quality Record Pressings for superior sound quality, and housed in a Stoughton Printing tip-on single pocket jacket.
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Count Basie – Me And You
54,00 €Add to cart180-gram vinyl Mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from the original analog master tape Pressed at Quality Record Pressings Housed in a Stoughton Printing tip-on jacket Virtually to the end, Count Basie was at the piano in front of the band that was his natural environment for more than half a century, inspiring music that defined the verb "to swing." In this collection recorded a little more than a year before he died, Basie divided the performances between the big band and a small group. In his last couple of decades, Basie went into the Pablo studios frequently with combos ranging in size from two (the pianist and Zoot Sims) to the octet heard here. In this case, the small group came out of the big band and featured the bright young trumpeter Bob Summers along with veteran trombonist Booty Wood and saxophonists Eric Dixon and Chris Woods. In large group or small, Basie and guitarist Freddie Green were at the heart of the rhythm, lifting the proceedings to a rarified plane of swing never to be duplicated after they were gone. Mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from the original analog master tape. Pressed at Quality Record Pressings for superior sound quality, and housed in a Stoughton Printing tip-on single pocket jacket.
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Ella Fitzgerald & Oscar Peterson – Ella and Oscar
54,00 €Add to cart180-gram vinyl Mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from the original analog master tape Pressed at Quality Record Pressings Housed in Stoughton Printing tip-on jacket Even with less than essential bonus material, Ella and Oscar — recorded May 19, 1975 — is a welcome reissue that warrants repeated listening. Bassist Ray Brown, closely associated to both artists, appears on four tracks, but this is a decidedly duo effort that focuses on two close friends who happened to be among jazz's most historic figures. To call this collection of Great American Songbook standards intimate would be an understatement. Ella and Oscar is a low-key album of small, quiet pleasures. Even during the second half where Brown's bass provides additional rhythmic variety, the focus is squarely on voice and piano. Most of the album's tracks are under five minutes in length. Only on the closing number, "April In Paris," do they really stretch out significantly. Peterson delivers a relaxed but swinging solo. Fitzgerald follows suit with remarkably expressive scatting. Earlier on "When Your Lover Has Gone," she and Peterson trades four bars solos in captivating exchange of melodic ideas. Mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from the original analog master tape, and pressed at Quality Record Pressings for optimal sound quality, this Analogue Productions 180-gram reissue is a must-have for jazz fans. Housed in a single pocket Stoughton Printing tip-on jacket.
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Chuck Berry – Berry Is On Top
44,00 €Add to cartChuck Berry — Berry Is On Top (Mono) Chess Records 75 Series from Chess Records and Acoustic Sounds! Rock 'n' roll anthems abound, includes "Johnny B. Goode" and "Roll Over Beethoven" All-analog mastering by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab 180-gram vinyl pressed at Quality Record Pressings Chuck Berry didn't just play rock 'n' roll; he invented its swagger. Released in 1959 on Chess Records, Berry On Top is where Berry slammed his flag into the musical mountaintop and declared, "This land is rock 'n' roll, and I own the real estate." This album and its anthems that built rock — "Johnny B. Goode," "Roll Over Beethoven" — was a starter kit for everything that came after. The riffs? Every garage band you've ever heard learned them here. The attitude? Let's just say Elvis may have swiveled his hips but Chuck wrote the manual. Chess Records was the beating heart of American music in the 1950s — the place where blues went electric, soul started to simmer, and rock 'n' roll took its first wild steps. With Berry, and others, Chess didn't just join the rock 'n' roll revolution, they launched it. Berry On Top showed that blues roots and a country twang could collide and create something explosive! This reissue is the real deal as well. Mastered by Matt Lutthans at The Mastering Lab, the sound makes Berry's riffs snap like live wires while keeping the bottom end tight and warm. The Quality Record Pressings vinyl is so flat and silent, you'll hear every nuance — every pick scrape, every finger pop, every ounce of Chess mojo. Berry On Top is a cornerstone of rock, where swagger met swing, and a guitar god was born.
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Etta James – At Last
44,00 €Add to cartEtta James — At Last! (Stereo) Chess Records 75 Series from Chess Records and Acoustic Sounds! Landmark album and shimmering vocals blending soul, jazz, blues and gospel Timeless tracks "At Last," and "Something's Got A Hold on Me" All-analog mastering by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab 180-gram vinyl pressed at Quality Record Pressings Etta James's debut album, originally released in 1961 on the Chess subsidiary Argo Records. The album's title-track and "All I Could Do Was Cry" (co-written by future Motown founder Berry Gordy) both went to No. 2 on the R&B charts. When Etta James stepped to the mic in 1960 to record her debut for Chess Records, the world didn't just get an album — it got a cultural landmark. At Last! was a velvet-wrapped knockout punch that still sends chills down spines six decades later. This was the record that turned Etta from a teenage R&B firebrand into a full-fledged legend. Backed by lush orchestration and dripping with raw emotion, she could make heartbreak sound like poetry and longing feel like a victory lap. Chess Records knew they had something special, and they delivered an LP that blended blues grit, jazz sophistication, and pop elegance in a way nobody had done before. Mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from the original Chess tapes, he's unlocked the depth, the lush, breathing magic in James' performance. Pressed at Quality Record Pressings, this is perfection under the needle — flat, silent, heavy 180-gram vinyl.
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Caelan Cardello – Chapter One
58,00 €Add to cartCaelan Cardello — Chapter One Lacquers cut by TrackingAngle.com contributor and mastering engineer Dave McNair Pressed on 180-gram vinyl at Quality Record Pressings Packaged in a Stoughton Printing old-style, tip-on jacket "When somebody's 'Got it' ... you know ... instantly! Caelan Cardello's 'Got it' ... all of it: Heart, brains, dimension, drama, imagination, taste, time, spirit, blues, nuance, virtuosity, variety, and personality. He communicates directly from the piano, telling his story with optimism and depth, intelligence and passion. Caelan Cardello has arrived!" — Bill Charlap "Caelan Cardello is a one-in-a-million talent. He is gifted as a composer and player." — Vincent Herring Chapter One, the debut studio album by pianist Caelan Cardello, had audiences from the recent Warsaw Audio Video Fair to The Capital Audio Festival applauding as if Caelan and his trio were playing live instead of on 180-gram vinyl. Musically, Caelan's studio set debut is nothing like the now sold-out LP Rufus Reid Presents Caelan Cardello. "On this often-raucous studio set, the young jazz pianist backed by bassist Jonathon Muir-Cotton and power house drummer Domo Branch tears through a set of mostly Caelan original compositions — some at start-and-stop breakneck speed — while others have a more contemplative feel," writes reviewer Michael Fremer for TrackingAngle.com. In an album of highlights, the high point may well be Cardello's virtuosic solo piano rendition of Thelonious Monk's "Ask Me Now" exclusively available on this vinyl edition distributed by Acoustic Sounds. Cardello started playing piano at the age of 5 and within two years had begun parallel arcs of formal training in both classical and jazz piano, starting with jazz pianist/arranger Allen Farnham and Juilliard classical alum Steve Masi. Cardello graduated from William Paterson University with a bachelors degree in Jazz Piano Performance. During his time there he found himself again under the tutelage of many venerable Jazz Masters including Bill Charlap and the late great Harold Mabern. He regularly performed with William Paterson Jazz Ensembles, being featured at WBGO and playing shows at Dizzys Club in NYC. When not performing, Cardello devotes his attention to furthering his musical studies in performance, composition, arrangement and digital music technology. Over time, Cardello's musical accomplishments and live performances have garnered him several prestigious awards including the New Jersey Governor's Award, the James Moody College Scholarship Award for "Outstanding Musicianship," the 2021 BMI Foundation's Future Jazz Master Award, and the prestigious Herbie Hancock International Piano Competition.
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Sarah Vaughan – Crazy and Mixed Up
54,00 €Add to cart180-gram vinyl Mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from the original analog master tape Pressed at Quality Record Pressings Housed in a Stoughton Printing tip-on jacket The Penguin Guide to Jazz Recordings considers Crazy and Mixed Up to be possibly Sarah Vaughan's best album for the Pablo label. Vaughan was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Jazz Vocal Performance, Female at the 26th Annual Grammy Awards for her performance. This release is an essential addition to any serious jazz collection, captivating audiophiles and music lovers alike. This album blends her impeccable phrasing with inventive, boundary-pushing jazz arrangements, making it a must-have for those who appreciate vocal jazz that transcends the genre. Vaughan's impeccable sense of timing and emotional depth, paired with the intricate instrumental backing, elevate these tracks into an extraordinary listening experience. Mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab from the original analog master tape. Pressed at Quality Record Pressings for superior sound quality, and housed in a Stoughton Printing tip-on single pocket jacket.