Hi Scott, thanks for the review. Navigating through jazz is almost as large an assignment as attempting the same with classical music. Focusing on an artist is a good method. When I started collecting about 30 yrs back now I had no idea what I was doing. In the mid 90s there really weren’t any highly publicized reissues. At least not that I was aware of. I think my first CD was Joe Henderson’s “So Far, So Near (Musing For Miles)”. I didnt know Blue Note from Bethlehem. Or how jazz is rather unique in the process of how one searches for titles by label, lead role players, sidemen positions, eras of styles, etc. It is very easy to get discouraged randomly spinning the jazz wheel and saying “Oh wow, thats a cool album cover, reminds me of Santana.” Then spending 17 bucks on the cd only to find I have suddenly jumped from Duke Ellington to Bitches Brew and being stifled to explore because I just was not ready for that level or even understood what the heck was going on. Of course some can jump right into that much fusion and avant. But for a guy who was fairly meat and potatoes musically, I had to go back and start with Count, Duke, Louis, Ella, Billie and progress. And I think that is a good point. Whatever the starting point is for the listener, it is good to have some sort of methodology with jazz. Random is a tough road. Though much more easy now with streaming. After having tackled most of all of the major jazz works, the “thousand jazz albums you must hear before you die” type approach, I never purchase an album unless I have streamed it first. At the very least a 15-20 minute listening overview. There are just too many reissues not to sift out the blowing sessions from the more interesting titles. Learning what is a blowing session and what is more interesting took me awhile also to get a handle on. But once I did, I found out that even the great BN has alot of just session jamming basically. Do I like organ? Spiritual jazz? Should I be totally against an album with flute? Can I push myself further than soul jazz or am I more limited in my tastes? All of these questions take time. There is really no way around the journey. And that should be a positive because that is what makes jazz fun. Exploring and finding styles, players, albums that I never knew existed and growing in my tastes and what I now think is super cool great music that I would not have ever accepted in 1994. “Something Else” is a must have jazz title for sure. Very accessible and one of the “biggies” imo. OJC’s are really where I started venturing out into various artists and styles. I gobbled up tens upon tens of titles back when Chad had them for $8-$10 a piece in the early 00’s. Then I just said screw it Im going for it when the 45 series started taking off. Some discouraged me from spending that much money on jazz subscriptions but I knew by that point that jazz was an important fixture in my musical life and after hearing the beautiful sound of amazingly remastered music that I love, I was hooked. Turns out, looking at Discogs prices, it wasn’t such a bad move. Audiophile jazz was my road, yet others may have went the originals route. Either way, we both got the greater titles in outstanding sound in a different way. Whatever a persons journey, there is one thing I always encourage even though I do not consider myself by any stretch an expert on jazz. And that suggestion is to go back to the roots. Even if it is only streaming through Tidal. Spend some time listening to early jazz. Charlie Parker, Duke, Louis etc. I really feel one is doing themselves and the genre a diservice by not doing so to at least a cursory degree. And I think when one does they will enhance the jazz experience and even gain more appreciation for what came afterwords. Thanks again for the review!
One of the best comments I've read! Thank you so much for taking the time to write it. I'm going to pin it to the top of the stack so everyone will see it. Great observations and experience.
That’s an amazing piece and so well said. I found myself in that piece. I didn’t start with Ella, Duke or Louis. I knew right away I don’t care for Jazz vocals. But growing up listening to Boots Randolph (my father’s favorite) so where to start was not that difficult for me. Coltrane is my favorite with Miles right behind him. I have a new found appreciation for guitar based Jazz and Piano has always been a favorite of mine as well.
Great analysis. I have owned this on OJC CD since 1994. The styles of Evans and Adderley meld beautifully throughout this record. In my book, this album is so good it should be considered among the absolute classics like "Kind of Blue" and "A Love Supreme." I agree that "Elsa" in particular is so beautiful. It may be my favorite single musical recording of all time.
Stoked about the upcoming Craft Small Batch of the Bill Evans Trio - Explorations. The version of 'Elsa' on that album is, in my opinion, his definitive recording of the song. Great review. This OJC is spectacular!
I just sampled this on Apple Music and really like it. I have an order coming from Acoustic Sounds today and I wish I'd known about this last week. Oh well, into my wish list for the next order.
Great review Scott I picked up this one it sounds stunning so I took it over my buddy’s house he has the Bill Evans box set we did a comparison to his AP 45 he was pissed he said if he had to do it over he would of waited for the OJC they have been pretty good . I wanted that box set but it was way out of my price range . I believe their going to release each album in the box set in a OJC fashion as the years goes on great stuff Scott.
This is one of my favorite album covers, too. I first picked it up when it came out as an early OJC CD in the 1980s. (Bill Evans and Cannonball Adderley: What's not to love?) I have a couple earlier LP versions, but from what you say about the vivid sound of this new release, I think I'm going to spring for it again. I look at the cover every day, because it's one of the framed albums I have on one wall of my living room (I keep the record itself with my other LPs in a generic white jacket). I love the modern/abstract art covers from the '50s and '60s -- Monk's "Monk" (Prestige, 1954), Monk's "Misterioso" (Riverside, 1958), "Sonny Rollins and Thelonious Monk" (Prestige, 1955), "Mingus Ah Um" (Columbia, 1959), "Coltrane's Sound" (Atlantic, 1964), Miles Davis' "Relaxin'" (Prestige, 1958)... But this one has the best sense of humor. Thanks again for your valuable thoughts!
Thanks so much for your comment! If you do go for it I'd love to hear back from you. I can't imagine you'll be dissapointed. Most likely it will be a revelation. The jacket design is one of my favorites too, very cool you have it on your wall!
Thanks as always for your review. You really hit the nail on the head about the plethora of jazz releases. When it comes to the genre, I’ve decided to focus on the Tone Poets, the AP Prestige reissues, and the OJC’s, but even limiting it to mostly those, it’s still too much. At any rate, it’s not a bad predicament to be in for a music collector. Your reviews are really helpful for me to at least try and narrow my focus!
Hi Chris, Thank you for watching! I didn't mention it here, but following a reviewer in who's taste and priorities align with yours is very helpful in navigating the market. I've gotten pretty good at filtering through the choices to bring the viewers solid recommendations that will please most everyone.
Hi Danny, Thank you. Glad you enjoyed the review and the record! It's very special, and I'm delighted with it as well. All positive comments on this one!
Thanks for another video review Scott! I bought this album as a blind buy, no test stream prior, as I knew with Cannonball and Evans it had to be good. Turns out it’s more than good, it’s really great. I was surprised how much I enjoyed this album and as you covered in your video, the sound quality is wonderful and the performances are equally as good. As usual, I agree with your main points contained in the review and I would highly recommend this release to anyone who has it on their radar.
Awesome comment, thank you so much for taking the time to give everyone here your impression of the release. These are the kind of comments that make browsing them so worthwhile. So glad you are enjoying this superb record! Thanks so much for watching!
It's really the new golden age for record collectors. What a fun hobby. It's a bit more expensive than it used to be, but if you are selective you can assemble a great collection of high quality.
Hi Paul! Great to hear so many positive comments on this release. What a beautiful surprise this record was! I can't stop playing it. I think I chose well.
The only album I own from Cannonball Adderley is Something Else. That's a terrific album. Your comments about so many jazz albums and too little shelf space really resonated with me. It's the reason why I only own one of Cannonball's albums. Did you know that Cannonball appeared with Jose Feliciano and David Carradine in an episode of the 1970's era TV show called Kung Fu? Cannonball was a good actor too, and he played his sax during the episode. I've been on a punk rock kick lately. I'm revisiting Green Day's classic album called Dookie, since I recently learned that the Green Day music video for their song Basket Case was filmed at the place where I used to work in Santa Clara, Calif. back in the '90's. It must have been filmed secretly on a weekend, because I wasn't aware of the filming or at least I don't remember it.
Maybe one day you could do a video series on jazz high spots to own. I know that you've done some videos along these lines, but I'm looking for the top widely regarded ones that people might call stranded on a desert island type albums. @@ThePressingMatters
This record is one of the albums I reach for most often out of the Bill Evans box from Analogue Productions. I am heavily debating whether to pick up this one, as I do prefer 33 1/3, especially for such a relaxed listen as this one is. Great video Scott, keep up the good work!
Hi, Thank you for your comment! I love my 45s, and no doubt that one must sound great but it's true - some records you just want at 33 for uninterrupted pleasure. You are sure to love this one, you may even prefer it! If you get it, I'd love to know!
Thank you so much for watching Robbie! It's all about the lighting lol! Seriously this one is worth a careful audition, and if you're convinced after that, the record will surprise you with its beautiful sonic presentation.
Hi Scott, once again another very very good review. I don't own the album but its on my short list to get. I have streamed it and like you it will be in my regular rotation. Thanks again.
Hi Tom, Glad you enjoyed the presentation. Easy to recommend this one, not only musically but it is so nice to get a perfect pressing like this. Let me know if you do get it - I'd love to see if your reaction vs streaming is similar to mine. Thanks for taking a moment to comment on this video.
Goes to show, and I say it all the time, they can release absolutely sublime all analog LP's for $30. Digital $150 albums be damned. I love this album and I love this pressing. Whoa! Had to edit when I heard your flat record comment. Fly in the ointment, there are no flat records, anymore. I had to flatten mine. I've purchased maybe 40-50 albums in the last couple months and 99% of them were dish warped, or even physical damage...*cough* RTI. I could go on and on about this but I'll just leave it at that. Flattened mine. Plays great.😮
It's so true. These occupy a sweet spot in what can be done for a fair price. Did you see the video clip that accompanied the flat record comment? It really was flat! Like you I'm always getting various issues but this was surprisingly great as far as that is concerned. What device do you use to flatten records? Looking into options.
@ThePressingMatters yes I did. It's a happy feeling when they are nice and flat 😊 I have the Vinyl Flat and the Record Pi. Unfortunately I've become a master at flattening records. For you I'd recommend the Record Pi. Does a damn fine job.
Scott, another fine review. This is one of my favourite records from both artists. A major key to the recording is what you mention in the review, it doesn't have this godawful L-R panning that is so typical in many early recordings from most of the labels (Blue Note, Contemporary, etc.). I'm not sure why Riverside gets a bad rap, but as far as I'm concerned their stereo recordings are much better than their competitors. I tend to prefer the stereo versions compared to the mono versions by Riverside in the late 50's /early 60's whereas I tend to prefer the mono versions vs the stereo reissues by Tone Poet, Craft, AP, etc. This stereo release is a nice exception to most of the godawful panned L-R stereo reissues. Thank you Craft ! Can Craft please release Blue Soul by Blue Mitchell & Little Giant by Johnny Griffin in stereo. The record companies should like this as buyers tend to prefer stereo to mono - 3:1.
Thank you for the detailed comment. You have great taste in music! A really fine record, easy to praise. The balanced stereo spread was a surprise on this. It gives the record a timeless appeal that sounds modern even today. I am going to check out your other recommendation, as I haven't heard that one before. Thanks again for your support and encouragement! Great to have you here.
Great record, and great taste as usual Scott. I have a 1984 OJC copy: it is just perfect : i doubt the new Craft reissue can beat it. Just have a look at the Discogs comments : I just purchased a sealed copy of this reissue and, like nearly all from this reissue era, it sounds superb-as good if not better than some of the 2004 and newer Analogue Productions reissues I own (perhaps because the master tapes were in better shape 20 years prior). ..and still there are copies available in clean conditions ! (by the way : GH in the deadwax is not George Horn, but Gary Hobish)
The original OJC series was great - and the tapes were not very old when they were done. I'm not surprised at all that it's a great sounding record. I think when you have something that you're happy with, and find no fault with, it's just satisfying your curiosity to get the latest reissue. I can tell you it sounds wonderful but in this case I had no comparisons. Yet for those who don't have it, I think this is a solid choice all things considered.
Hi Jim, He certainly is! Candy O just arrived on my doorstep tonight in perfect shape. New mailer. Looks amazing as expected. I'm sourcing a few alternate versions now to have a proper perspective on it. I'm looking forward to it too!
Great album. I bought the Alto Analogue re-issue when it was released about 20 years ago, not sure on the date, however I'd like to know how it compares to the KG mastering.
Hi Scott, my OJC CD sounded poor with high levels of hiss. I couldn't understand why the album was praised so highly however, by the time of the XRCD & later remasters better tapes (or takes) were located. I took a chance with Fantasy's K2 remaster & it sounds fine, dynamic with slight tape hiss on some tracks, a big improvement. Better tapes/takes on later remasters happened with some other OJC CDs too. I believe this was Cannonball's modern art album, the cover is a dead giveaway, before he ventured off into soul jazz, pop & fusion. Enjoy!
Interesting info on the digital side of things. It sounds like this might be on another level. Hardly a thing to criticize with the sound. Any way you hear it, it's a great record for sure, very unique pairing.
I have the 1984 OJC pressing, which sounds great. But I'been wondering if the pressings from current OJC reissue series best the early/mid 80's OJCs for sound. Anyone have both and an opinion?
Hi Scott, if you're looking for jazz recommendation try Tommy Flanagan's The Cats, a recent Craft LP re-release. The 2023 Kirk Felton digital remaster is vastly superior to the previous Joe Tarantino transfer.
Thanks Trevor, The Cats is on my shortlist of records to audition for sure. I think I would really like this release, and your recommendation has prompted me to get on it! Thanks so much, I really appreciate your thoughts on it.
My copy of OJC plays incredible (not all copies sound the same as you know very well). The presence of Cannonball sax is something almost absurd: it's materialized here in front of me. I think it will impossible to improve it. Maybe there is no need to buy the expensive reissue
Hi Paolo, It sounds like you have a great copy, the way you describe it sounds just like I am hearing here. Many of the original OJCs are very good. and if it's a quiet pressing, there is probably no need to spend more for this one.
Hi Scott, thanks for the review. Navigating through jazz is almost as large an assignment as attempting the same with classical music. Focusing on an artist is a good method. When I started collecting about 30 yrs back now I had no idea what I was doing. In the mid 90s there really weren’t any highly publicized reissues. At least not that I was aware of. I think my first CD was Joe Henderson’s “So Far, So Near (Musing For Miles)”. I didnt know Blue Note from Bethlehem. Or how jazz is rather unique in the process of how one searches for titles by label, lead role players, sidemen positions, eras of styles, etc.
It is very easy to get discouraged randomly spinning the jazz wheel and saying “Oh wow, thats a cool album cover, reminds me of Santana.” Then spending 17 bucks on the cd only to find I have suddenly jumped from Duke Ellington to Bitches Brew and being stifled to explore because I just was not ready for that level or even understood what the heck was going on. Of course some can jump right into that much fusion and avant. But for a guy who was fairly meat and potatoes musically, I had to go back and start with Count, Duke, Louis, Ella, Billie and progress.
And I think that is a good point. Whatever the starting point is for the listener, it is good to have some sort of methodology with jazz. Random is a tough road. Though much more easy now with streaming. After having tackled most of all of the major jazz works, the “thousand jazz albums you must hear before you die” type approach, I never purchase an album unless I have streamed it first. At the very least a 15-20 minute listening overview. There are just too many reissues not to sift out the blowing sessions from the more interesting titles. Learning what is a blowing session and what is more interesting took me awhile also to get a handle on. But once I did, I found out that even the great BN has alot of just session jamming basically.
Do I like organ? Spiritual jazz? Should I be totally against an album with flute? Can I push myself further than soul jazz or am I more limited in my tastes? All of these questions take time. There is really no way around the journey. And that should be a positive because that is what makes jazz fun. Exploring and finding styles, players, albums that I never knew existed and growing in my tastes and what I now think is super cool great music that I would not have ever accepted in 1994.
“Something Else” is a must have jazz title for sure. Very accessible and one of the “biggies” imo. OJC’s are really where I started venturing out into various artists and styles. I gobbled up tens upon tens of titles back when Chad had them for $8-$10 a piece in the early 00’s. Then I just said screw it Im going for it when the 45 series started taking off. Some discouraged me from spending that much money on jazz subscriptions but I knew by that point that jazz was an important fixture in my musical life and after hearing the beautiful sound of amazingly remastered music that I love, I was hooked. Turns out, looking at Discogs prices, it wasn’t such a bad move. Audiophile jazz was my road, yet others may have went the originals route. Either way, we both got the greater titles in outstanding sound in a different way.
Whatever a persons journey, there is one thing I always encourage even though I do not consider myself by any stretch an expert on jazz. And that suggestion is to go back to the roots. Even if it is only streaming through Tidal. Spend some time listening to early jazz. Charlie Parker, Duke, Louis etc. I really feel one is doing themselves and the genre a diservice by not doing so to at least a cursory degree. And I think when one does they will enhance the jazz experience and even gain more appreciation for what came afterwords.
Thanks again for the review!
One of the best comments I've read! Thank you so much for taking the time to write it. I'm going to pin it to the top of the stack so everyone will see it. Great observations and experience.
That’s an amazing piece and so well said. I found myself in that piece. I didn’t start with Ella, Duke or Louis. I knew right away I don’t care for Jazz vocals. But growing up listening to Boots Randolph (my father’s favorite) so where to start was not that difficult for me. Coltrane is my favorite with Miles right behind him. I have a new found appreciation for guitar based Jazz and Piano has always been a favorite of mine as well.
Great analysis. I have owned this on OJC CD since 1994. The styles of Evans and Adderley meld beautifully throughout this record. In my book, this album is so good it should be considered among the absolute classics like "Kind of Blue" and "A Love Supreme." I agree that "Elsa" in particular is so beautiful. It may be my favorite single musical recording of all time.
I couldn't agree more, to me this is a towering classic right up there with the "top ten" that most people cite as the best jazz albums of all time.
It is a gorgeous record on every level. Musical and technical artistry abound.
I agree, I just love it. I'm so glad I chose this for my collection. No regrets al all!
Hi Scott, great review
A lot of great content
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Bravo
Well done, great listen
Have a wonderful one
Thank you Joey! Have a great evening my friend!
Stoked about the upcoming Craft Small Batch of the Bill Evans Trio - Explorations. The version of 'Elsa' on that album is, in my opinion, his definitive recording of the song.
Great review. This OJC is spectacular!
Oh, I am too. It should be a great record. I don't have any other copy of it.
Glad that you checked out this review. I enjoyed making it.
I just sampled this on Apple Music and really like it. I have an order coming from Acoustic Sounds today and I wish I'd known about this last week. Oh well, into my wish list for the next order.
Awesome! These are not limited so when you are ready, it will be there.
Great review Scott I picked up this one it sounds stunning so I took it over my buddy’s house he has the Bill Evans box set we did a comparison to his AP 45 he was pissed he said if he had to do it over he would of waited for the OJC they have been pretty good . I wanted that box set but it was way out of my price range . I believe their going to release each album in the box set in a OJC fashion as the years goes on great stuff Scott.
This is very good news, Andrew. I'm so glad you came to report your comparison to the 45. Great new for those who could not afford the box set.
This is one of my favorite album covers, too. I first picked it up when it came out as an early OJC CD in the 1980s. (Bill Evans and Cannonball Adderley: What's not to love?) I have a couple earlier LP versions, but from what you say about the vivid sound of this new release, I think I'm going to spring for it again. I look at the cover every day, because it's one of the framed albums I have on one wall of my living room (I keep the record itself with my other LPs in a generic white jacket). I love the modern/abstract art covers from the '50s and '60s -- Monk's "Monk" (Prestige, 1954), Monk's "Misterioso" (Riverside, 1958), "Sonny Rollins and Thelonious Monk" (Prestige, 1955), "Mingus Ah Um" (Columbia, 1959), "Coltrane's Sound" (Atlantic, 1964), Miles Davis' "Relaxin'" (Prestige, 1958)... But this one has the best sense of humor. Thanks again for your valuable thoughts!
Thanks so much for your comment! If you do go for it I'd love to hear back from you. I can't imagine you'll be dissapointed. Most likely it will be a revelation.
The jacket design is one of my favorites too, very cool you have it on your wall!
Thanks as always for your review. You really hit the nail on the head about the plethora of jazz releases. When it comes to the genre, I’ve decided to focus on the Tone Poets, the AP Prestige reissues, and the OJC’s, but even limiting it to mostly those, it’s still too much. At any rate, it’s not a bad predicament to be in for a music collector. Your reviews are really helpful for me to at least try and narrow my focus!
Hi Chris, Thank you for watching! I didn't mention it here, but following a reviewer in who's taste and priorities align with yours is very helpful in navigating the market. I've gotten pretty good at filtering through the choices to bring the viewers solid recommendations that will please most everyone.
Scott your reviews always encourage me to play my records so thank you , bruce
Hi Bruce!
That's a great comment. It's not about buying the latest record but being inspired to return to those you have for a fresh listen.
I got it. Fantastic sound (better than some of my “fancy 45s) and fantastic music.
Hi Luke!
Great! Glad to hear that it can compete with the 45s. Glad you are enjoying this superb record.
Thanks so much for watching!
You certainly convinced me to pick up this release!!
You won't be disappointed! Give it a listen on streaming but be prepared for an upgrade in sound with the record! Thanks for watching!
Yes, I also picked this reissue, it is beautiful. Blessings from Germany
Awesome! Great to hear from you! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Scott excellent and vibrant review! Felt like I had bought one myself well done !
Thank you Andrew!
That's a great review. I pre-ordered this one (something I never usually do) and was not disappointed. This is a great release.
Hi Danny,
Thank you. Glad you enjoyed the review and the record! It's very special, and I'm delighted with it as well. All positive comments on this one!
Thanks for another video review Scott! I bought this album as a blind buy, no test stream prior, as I knew with Cannonball and Evans it had to be good. Turns out it’s more than good, it’s really great. I was surprised how much I enjoyed this album and as you covered in your video, the sound quality is wonderful and the performances are equally as good. As usual, I agree with your main points contained in the review and I would highly recommend this release to anyone who has it on their radar.
Awesome comment, thank you so much for taking the time to give everyone here your impression of the release. These are the kind of comments that make browsing them so worthwhile. So glad you are enjoying this superb record! Thanks so much for watching!
We are in a very good time of Vinyl. Better Quality but a little higher prices. Another great video. You are right tons of Jazz right now.
It's really the new golden age for record collectors. What a fun hobby. It's a bit more expensive than it used to be, but if you are selective you can assemble a great collection of high quality.
Great review Scott, well said, agree with everything. My copy is perfect too and will be listening to this one for many years to come.
Hi Paul! Great to hear so many positive comments on this release. What a beautiful surprise this record was! I can't stop playing it. I think I chose well.
The only album I own from Cannonball Adderley is Something Else. That's a terrific album. Your comments about so many jazz albums and too little shelf space really resonated with me. It's the reason why I only own one of Cannonball's albums. Did you know that Cannonball appeared with Jose Feliciano and David Carradine in an episode of the 1970's era TV show called Kung Fu? Cannonball was a good actor too, and he played his sax during the episode. I've been on a punk rock kick lately. I'm revisiting Green Day's classic album called Dookie, since I recently learned that the Green Day music video for their song Basket Case was filmed at the place where I used to work in Santa Clara, Calif. back in the '90's. It must have been filmed secretly on a weekend, because I wasn't aware of the filming or at least I don't remember it.
I think if you are going to own just one, Somethin' Else is the one to own. Something magical in that session, a nice companion to Kind Of Blue.
Maybe one day you could do a video series on jazz high spots to own. I know that you've done some videos along these lines, but I'm looking for the top widely regarded ones that people might call stranded on a desert island type albums. @@ThePressingMatters
@@audiophileman7047 Great idea! I'll try and put something together along that line.
👍👍👍@@ThePressingMatters
This record is one of the albums I reach for most often out of the Bill Evans box from Analogue Productions. I am heavily debating whether to pick up this one, as I do prefer 33 1/3, especially for such a relaxed listen as this one is.
Great video Scott, keep up the good work!
Hi,
Thank you for your comment! I love my 45s, and no doubt that one must sound great but it's true - some records you just want at 33 for uninterrupted pleasure. You are sure to love this one, you may even prefer it! If you get it, I'd love to know!
Looking Great Today Scott as always. Beautiful Review, always leaving wanting more. Thank you!
Thank you so much for watching Robbie! It's all about the lighting lol! Seriously this one is worth a careful audition, and if you're convinced after that, the record will surprise you with its beautiful sonic presentation.
@@ThePressingMatters Thank you Scott. If Scott says it so, I have to believe its true. You haven't let Me down yet. Again Thank you so much!
Hi Scott, once again another very very good review. I don't own the album but its on my short list to get. I have streamed it and like you it will be in my regular rotation. Thanks again.
Hi Tom, Glad you enjoyed the presentation. Easy to recommend this one, not only musically but it is so nice to get a perfect pressing like this. Let me know if you do get it - I'd love to see if your reaction vs streaming is similar to mine.
Thanks for taking a moment to comment on this video.
I might have to pick this one up.
Hi Richard,
Give it a good listen on streaming and see if you like it too. This kind of record is really my cup of tea.
Goes to show, and I say it all the time, they can release absolutely sublime all analog LP's for $30.
Digital $150 albums be damned.
I love this album and I love this pressing.
Whoa! Had to edit when I heard your flat record comment.
Fly in the ointment, there are no flat records, anymore.
I had to flatten mine.
I've purchased maybe 40-50 albums in the last couple months and 99% of them were dish warped, or even physical damage...*cough* RTI.
I could go on and on about this but I'll just leave it at that.
Flattened mine. Plays great.😮
It's so true. These occupy a sweet spot in what can be done for a fair price.
Did you see the video clip that accompanied the flat record comment? It really was flat! Like you I'm always getting various issues but this was surprisingly great as far as that is concerned.
What device do you use to flatten records? Looking into options.
@ThePressingMatters yes I did. It's a happy feeling when they are nice and flat 😊
I have the Vinyl Flat and the Record Pi. Unfortunately I've become a master at flattening records.
For you I'd recommend the Record Pi. Does a damn fine job.
@@rcpsammy7186Thank you, I'll look into that one.
This is a stunningly good album
I think anyone who heard it will agree! I'm loving it.
Scott, another fine review. This is one of my favourite records from both artists. A major key to the recording is what you mention in the review, it doesn't have this godawful L-R panning that is so typical in many early recordings from most of the labels (Blue Note, Contemporary, etc.). I'm not sure why Riverside gets a bad rap, but as far as I'm concerned their stereo recordings are much better than their competitors. I tend to prefer the stereo versions compared to the mono versions by Riverside in the late 50's /early 60's whereas I tend to prefer the mono versions vs the stereo reissues by Tone Poet, Craft, AP, etc. This stereo release is a nice exception to most of the godawful panned L-R stereo reissues. Thank you Craft ! Can Craft please release Blue Soul by Blue Mitchell & Little Giant by Johnny Griffin in stereo. The record companies should like this as buyers tend to prefer stereo to mono - 3:1.
Thank you for the detailed comment. You have great taste in music! A really fine record, easy to praise. The balanced stereo spread was a surprise on this. It gives the record a timeless appeal that sounds modern even today. I am going to check out your other recommendation, as I haven't heard that one before. Thanks again for your support and encouragement! Great to have you here.
Brilliant album! I can't wait to hear your take on this new pressing.
It was really a first listen for me! Craft did a beautiful job on it.
Great record, and great taste as usual Scott. I have a 1984 OJC copy: it is just perfect : i doubt the new Craft reissue can beat it. Just have a look at the Discogs comments :
I just purchased a sealed copy of this reissue and, like nearly all from this reissue era, it sounds superb-as good if not better than some of the 2004 and newer Analogue Productions reissues I own (perhaps because the master tapes were in better shape 20 years prior). ..and still there are copies available in clean conditions ! (by the way : GH in the deadwax is not George Horn, but Gary Hobish)
The original OJC series was great - and the tapes were not very old when they were done. I'm not surprised at all that it's a great sounding record. I think when you have something that you're happy with, and find no fault with, it's just satisfying your curiosity to get the latest reissue. I can tell you it sounds wonderful but in this case I had no comparisons. Yet for those who don't have it, I think this is a solid choice all things considered.
OJC does it again ✊
They are really knocking it out of the park with these last several releases. Really a well done series.
Nice review.
Mr. Pete-------->
aging hippie
Thank you Mr. Pete!
Kevin is a really busy man. Just got the next Cars album by Kevin. Can’t wait to see your review Scott
Hi Jim,
He certainly is! Candy O just arrived on my doorstep tonight in perfect shape. New mailer. Looks amazing as expected. I'm sourcing a few alternate versions now to have a proper perspective on it. I'm looking forward to it too!
Great album. I bought the Alto Analogue re-issue when it was released about 20 years ago, not sure on the date, however I'd like to know how it compares to the KG mastering.
If I can source the Alto from one of my friends, I'll do that in a follow up. The few Alto Analog pressings I have are excellent.
Hi Scott, my OJC CD sounded poor with high levels of hiss. I couldn't understand why the album was praised so highly however, by the time of the XRCD & later remasters better tapes (or takes) were located. I took a chance with Fantasy's K2 remaster & it sounds fine, dynamic with slight tape hiss on some tracks, a big improvement. Better tapes/takes on later remasters happened with some other OJC CDs too. I believe this was Cannonball's modern art album, the cover is a dead giveaway, before he ventured off into soul jazz, pop & fusion. Enjoy!
Interesting info on the digital side of things. It sounds like this might be on another level. Hardly a thing to criticize with the sound. Any way you hear it, it's a great record for sure, very unique pairing.
I have the 1984 OJC pressing, which sounds great. But I'been wondering if the pressings from current OJC reissue series best the early/mid 80's OJCs for sound. Anyone have both and an opinion?
Hi Oscar,
So far no one has weighed in on it in comparison.
I think 2024 is a better reissue year than 2023 at the same point. “Better” being subjective.
Hi Scott, if you're looking for jazz recommendation try Tommy Flanagan's The Cats, a recent Craft LP re-release. The 2023 Kirk Felton digital remaster is vastly superior to the previous Joe Tarantino transfer.
Thanks Trevor,
The Cats is on my shortlist of records to audition for sure. I think I would really like this release, and your recommendation has prompted me to get on it!
Thanks so much, I really appreciate your thoughts on it.
My copy of OJC plays incredible (not all copies sound the same as you know very well). The presence of Cannonball sax is something almost absurd: it's materialized here in front of me. I think it will impossible to improve it. Maybe there is no need to buy the expensive reissue
Hi Paolo,
It sounds like you have a great copy, the way you describe it sounds just like I am hearing here. Many of the original OJCs are very good. and if it's a quiet pressing, there is probably no need to spend more for this one.