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Charlie Parker |
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Now's The Time |
WinMedia |
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Jazz |
During this live performance at the fabled Storyville nightclub, Bird slows down his bop burner to a smoky, late-night glow. Proof, without the pyrotechnics, of what a great tune this really is.
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Charlie Parker |
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How High the Moon |
PlayJ |
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Jazz |
Bird spreads his wings in Sweden and grooves high. How high? The moon!
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Chicago Underground Duo |
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Gratitude |
LiquidAudio |
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Jazz |
Subtle, moody, and atmospheric improvisation are the order of the day for percussionist Chad Taylor and cornetist Rob Mazurek, aka Chicago Underground Duo. Lushly soothing chimes lend an organic and Oriental vibe to this hypnotic and acoustic meditation.
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Chick Corea |
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Brazil |
LiquidAudio |
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Jazz |
A quick pick from Chick, this solo piano take on the standard “Brazil” is brief but sometimes brilliant.
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Christian McBride Band |
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Science Fiction |
WinMedia |
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Jazz |
So you thought mixing rock and bop was just “Science Fiction”? Think again -- as jazz bass master Christian McBride makes it a must-hear reality on this dark ‘n’ lovely track!
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Chuck Mangione |
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Annalise |
WinMedia |
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Jazz |
Give Chuck a break and he and his much-maligned magic horn will make you feel good all over again with this whipped-cream fusion ballad.
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Combustible Edison |
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Laura's Aura |
MP3 |
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Jazz |
A darkly intoxicating mix of lounge and electronica from the pioneers of the 90’s lounge music revival.
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Connie Crothers |
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Creepin' In (w/Max Roach) |
PlayJ |
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Jazz |
The raw power of this hard-hitting piano/drums duet is easy to dig, even if the abstract form leaves you scratching your head!
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Count Basie |
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How High The Moon (feat. Anita O'Day) |
LiquidAudio |
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Jazz |
Classic Count from his swinging ‘40s radio days: the sound’s not sharp, but Basie and Co. are still the bomb!
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Dave Brubeck Quartet |
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Her Name Is Nancy |
LiquidAudio |
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Jazz |
Hip pianist Brubeck can do no wrong, and his light (yet sophisticated) approach to jazz is a breath of fresh air that stands in sharp contrast to the smoke-filled pretense favored by lesser trendy art hacks. This “Nancy” is slick, smart, and extremely accessible.
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