RSD and beyond:
The great Zev Feldmanâs Jazz Detective label releases Sun Ra at the Showcase: Live in Chicago featuring previously unissued live recordings of the legendary intergalactic composer/pianist. Itâs available as a 2 LP set for Record Store Day, April 20, 2024 with the 2-CD set and downloads to follow on April 26.
An out-of-this-world bonanza, this album contains previously unissued live recordings of the intergalactic jazz icon captured live at Joe Segalâs Jazz Showcase in Chicago, IL on February 21, 1976 and November 4th & 10, 1977. This is an official release on producer Zev Feldmanâs Jazz Detective record label, in partnership with Elemental Music, and in cooperation with the Sun Ra Trust. Researched and compiled by longtime Sun Ra archivist Michael D. Anderson, and transferred from the original tape reels, this limited-edition 180-gram 2-LP edition (and deluxe 2-CD set) includes an extensive insert with rare photographs from the actual performances by Hal Rammel; liner notes by acclaimed author John Corbett; and interviews and statements from a whoâs who of music icons including Marshall Allen, David Murray, Dave Burrell, Matthew Shipp, Thurston Moore, Amina Claudine Myers, Jack DeJohnette, Michael Weiss and Reggie Workman.
A truly sensational find from the great producer Zev Feldman, Atlantis Lullaby: The Concert in Avignon features the legendary saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist Yusef Lateef with pianist Kenny Barron, bassist Bob Cunningham and drummer Albert "Tootieâ Heath, captured at the CloiĚtre des CeĚlestins in Avignon, France on July 19, 1972.
This 2 LP official release from Elemental Music in cooperation with the Yusef Lateef Estate and INA France, is out on Record Store Day, April 20, 2024 with the 2-CD set, streaming and downloads to follow on April 26.
Transferred from the original tape reels, this recording was originally captured for an ORTF Radio broadcast restored and mastered by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab. The limited-edition 180-gram 2-LP edition (and deluxe CD) includes an extensive insert with rare photographs, newly-commissioned liner notes by Shannon Effinger, and interviews and testimonials from Kenny Barron, Albert âTootieâ Heath, Adam Rudolph, Reggie Workman, Joe Lovano, Tia Fuller, Bennie Maupin, James Carter and Sonny Rollins.
RSD and beyond:
Mal Waldron & Steve Lacy: The Mighty Warriors: Live in Antwerp features a previously unreleased live concert recording from Waldron and Lacy with Reggie Workman and Andrew Cyrille. The 180-gram vinyl limited edition 2-LP set will be available via Elemental Music on Record Store Day, April 20, 2024 with the 2-CD set, streaming and downloads to follow on April 26.
The package includes reflections by producer Zev Feldman and acclaimed jazz writer Adam Shatz, as well as the testimonies of the concertâs bassist Reggie Workman, and drummer Andrew Cyrille. The extensive booklet also contains interviews with Jane Bunnett, David Virelles, David Liebman, Vijay Iyer, Evan Parker, and Mal Waldronâs widow, Hiromi Waldron, as well as never before seen photos from the actual concert taken by Hugo Peeters. The music was transferred from the original tapes (preserved by Patrick Wilen, son of legendary saxophonist Barney Wilen), mastered for vinyl by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab, and pressed by Memphis Record Pressing.
!!! RSD and beyond:
Jewels in the Treasure Box: The 1953 Chicago Blue Note Jazz Club Recordings from jazz icon and virtuosic pianist Art Tatum.
An incredible find, this previously unissued 3-LP collection of recordings was captured live at the Blue Note jazz club in Chicago in March of 1953 with guitarist Everett Barksdale and bassist Slam Stewart. It will be released via LP on Record Store Day, April 20, 2024 with the 3-CD set and downloads to follow on April 26.
Stream Art Tatumâs Just One of Those Things
These recordings were transferred from the original tape reels and mastered for LP by engineer Matthew Lutthans (who also worked on Resonanceâs Grammy-nominated 2019 Nat King Cole release Hittinâ the Ramp). Containing nearly 3 hours of never-before-heard Art Tatum captured in an intimate setting at the height of his powers with his longtime trio, the deluxe, limited-edition 180-gram 3-LP gatefold set includes rare photos and memorabilia from Herman Leonard, Bob Parent and the Holzfeind family archives (owners of the Blue Note jazz club in Chicago); plus liner notes from Columbia University professor and author, Brent Hayes Edwards; as well as statements from Ahmad Jamal, Sonny Rollins, Monty Alexander, ELEW, Spike Wilner, Johnny OâNeal, Michael Weiss and Terry Gibbs.
Pre-order the CD here: Resonance Records and Bandcamp
P.S. We also thought you might be interested in knowing about God is in the House, a new Art Tatum biography from author Mark Lehmstedt. With a wealth of previously unnoticed material, stories of many contemporaries and countless reports in the daily press and jazz journals, Lehmstedt unfolds a fascinating portrait of a unique artist and the pulsating world of jazz of his time. www.wolke-verlag.de
Here is a more comprehensive list of jazz RSD releases coming up in April:
Cannonball Adderley Burninâ In Bordeaux: Live in France 1969 - Elemental Music
Cannonball Adderley Poppinâ In Paris: Live At LâOlympia 1972 - Elemental Music
Monty Alexander Montreux Alexander: The Monty Alexander Trio - MPS
Chet Baker/Jack Sheldon In Perfect Harmony: The Lost Album - Jazz Detective
Brother Jack McDuff Ainât No Sunshine - Reel To Real
Nat King Cole Live At The Blue Note Chicago - Iconic Artists Group
Bill Evans Everybody Digs Bill Evans - Craft Recordings
Yusef Lateef Atlantis Lullaby: The Concert From Avignon -Elemental Music
Shelly Manne Jazz From The Pacific Northwest - Reel To Real
Charles Mingus - Reincarnations - Candid
Charlie Parker Norman Granzâ Jazz At The Philharmonic - Verve
Dave Pike The Doors of Perception - Nature Sounds
Sonny Rollins Freedom Weaver: The 1959 European Tour Recordings - Resonance
Sun Ra Pink Elephants on Parade - Modern Harmonic
Art Tatum Jewels In The Treasure Box: The 1953 Chicago Blue Jazz Club Recordings - Resonance
Mal Waldron/Steve Lacy The Mighty Warrior: Live In Antwerp - Elemental Music
Various Artists Jazz Dispensary: The Freedom Sound! The People Arise - Craft Recordings
I was at these shows, and have been on the hunt for their release. Summarized somewhat favorably in Rodger Colemanâs blog/book Sun Ra Sundays. My Sun Ra Arkestra Paradiso Amsterdam 1970 just arrived at Dusty Groove. I hope to pick-up a copy tomorrow.
It is no secret I am late when it comes to appreciating Yusef Lateef, I look forward to these releases as well.
Yet another fine upcoming RSD release from the personal archives. Lacy and Waldron are a real treat.
The master himself, Art Tatum. Iâve the entire Pablo Solo releases on LP. Most fine indeed!
Considering RSD 2024, this year tends t be stronger for me than 2023, with the Sun Ra, Yusef Lateef, Mal Waldron & Steve Lacy announcement. As well as Sun Ra Pink Elephants on Parade, and the Craft release of Everybody Digs Bill Evans. In general Craft has done a fine job remastering and releasing various gems on vinyl.
Some more info regarding the Nat King Cole releaseâa quartet with John Collins, Charles Harris, and Lee Young. Collins and Young are among my favorites. . . looking forward to this one.
