Hank Mobley -A Slice Of The Top (Tone Poet Vinyl) -Blue Note LP Grooves.land/Playthek

Details / Tracklist:

1.1 Hank's Other Bag

1.2 There's A Lull in My Life

1.3 Cute 'N Pretty

2.1 A Touch Of Blue

2.2 A Slice Of The Top

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Extra-Infos:

180g

Description:

A Slice Of The Top by Hank Mobley, released 6 December 2024. This version of A Slice Of The Top comes as a 1xLP. - 180G

Hank Mobley -"A Slice Of The Top (Blue Note Tone Poet Series)" Hank Mobley was inspired by Birth of the Cool on his 1966 album, A Slice of the Top, featuring Duke Pearson's arrangements for an octet that added euphonium and tuba to a group with James Spaulding (alto sax), Lee Morgan (trumpet), McCoy Tyner (piano), Bob Cranshaw (bass) and Billy Higgins (drums). This Blue Note Tone Poet Series stereo edition was produced by Joe Harley, mastered by Kevin Gray from the original analog master tapes, pressed on 180g vinyl at RTI, and packaged in a deluxe gatefold tip-on jacket.

Recorded on March 18, 1966 at the Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey. Originally issued as BN LT-995. on which Reggie Workman was mistakenly identified as bassist

"A Slice Of The Top (Tone Poet Vinyl)" is a remarkable LP by the legendary jazz saxophonist Hank Mobley, released under the prestigious Blue Note label. Recorded in 1966 but not released until 1979, this album showcases Mobley's sophisticated compositions and his signature warm tenor sound. Featuring an all-star lineup including Lee Morgan, McCoy Tyner, and others, "A Slice Of The Top" blends hard bop with adventurous arrangements orchestrated by Duke Pearson. This Tone Poet edition offers audiophile-quality vinyl mastering for an immersive listening experience. Blue Note Records has been a cornerstone of jazz since 1939, renowned for its commitment to artistic excellence and iconic catalog featuring legends like Miles Davis and John Coltrane. Hank Mobley himself is celebrated as one of the greats of hard bop; his prolific output on Blue Note includes classics such as "Soul Station" and "No Room For Squares," cementing his legacy in jazz history.

Vinyl:

180g, Gatefold Sleeve, Tip-On-Jacket,Mono

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Manufacturer No.:

5505978

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