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Jazz Music LP
Various - From Spirituals To Swing Carnegie Hall Concerts 1938/39 (VJD 550)
One of the most historically significant jazz recordings ever made! Producer John Hammond — not yet 30 years old — presented two extraordinary concerts at Carnegie Hall on 23 December 1938 and 24 December 1939 that traced the evolution of African-American music from its raw roots to the heights of swing. The lineup is staggering: Count Basie, Benny Goodman, Big Joe Turner, Sidney Bechet, Albert Ammons, Pete Johnson, Meade Lux Lewis, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Helen Humes, Big Bill Broonzy, and Charlie Christian among many others. Released on Vanguard as a double LP, this is essential listening — joyful, groundbreaking, and utterly unforgettable.
Record label: Jazz Vogue Records. UK
Grade: Vinyl VG+, Jacket VG+
Stock: 1. Item: RM34307vjd550 letrV
Jazz Music LP
Various - Way To The West (054 2602131)
A sparkling West Coast jazz compilation that gathers together some of the finest Capitol Records performances from the late 1940s and early 1950s! This Fresh Sound release showcases the cool, sophisticated sounds emerging from California's jazz scene during one of its most creatively fertile periods. Featuring recordings by artists including Jimmy Giuffre alongside other Capitol jazz luminaries, it's a beautifully curated journey through the laid-back yet harmonically adventurous world of West Coast jazz — intelligent, swinging, and endlessly listenable. A fantastic addition to any jazz collection and a wonderful snapshot of a golden era in American music.
Record label: Capitol Records. Spain
Grade: Vinyl EX, Jacket VG+
Stock: 1. Item: RM343060542602131 letrV
Jazz Music LP
James Moody And His Swedish Crowns - James Moody 1949 (DRLP 95)
Sweden was very good to James Moody, and this superb 1986 compilation on Dragon Records proves it! Originally recorded for the Metronome label in October 1949, these bop-fired sessions find the young Moody alongside some of Sweden's finest jazz musicians in various configurations, from quartets to larger ensembles, featuring players like Gösta Theselius, Lennart Köhlin, and Arne Domnerus. Highlights include Out Of Nowhere, These Foolish Things, Body And Soul, and the cheeky 'I'm In The Mood For Bop.' It's a joyful, historically important document of one of the earliest and most successful American-Scandinavian jazz partnerships.
Record label: Dragon Records. Sweden
Grade: Vinyl EX, Jacket VG+
Stock: 1. Item: RM34296drlp95 letrM
Jazz Music LP
Various - Piano Portraits, Vol. One (AFS 1022)
Piano Portraits Vol. One opens this delightful series with a gorgeous showcase of jazz piano artistry across multiple styles and eras. Featuring various talented pianists, the collection highlights the instrument's remarkable expressive range, from tender ballad playing to brisk, swinging uptempo numbers. Each pianist brings their own distinctive voice and charm, making this a richly rewarding listen that celebrates the piano's absolutely central role in jazz history.
Record label: Affinity Records. UK
Grade: Vinyl VG+, Jacket VG
Stock: 1. Item: RM34281afs1022 letrV
Jazz Music LP
Various - Piano Portraits, Vol Two 'Rockin' In Rhythm (AFS 1028)
Piano Portraits Vol. Two — Rockin' In Rhythm is a wonderful celebration of jazz piano in full swinging mode. Featuring various gifted pianists, this collection captures the instrument at its most exciting and rhythmically alive, from rolling boogie-woogie grooves to sophisticated swing stylings. Each performance sparkles with personality and technical brilliance, making this an enormously entertaining album that showcases the extraordinary breadth and vitality of jazz piano tradition.
Record label: Affinity Records. UK
Grade: Vinyl VG+, Jacket VG
Stock: 1. Item: RM34280afs1028 letrV
Jazz Music LP
Various - Stockholm Sweetnin' Americans In Sweden 1949-1954 Vol. 2 (JMLP 2-103)
Stockholm Sweetnin' is a delightful and historically fascinating document capturing American jazz musicians flourishing on Swedish soil between 1949 and 1954. Featuring various talented artists bringing their jazz artistry to enthusiastic Scandinavian audiences, this collection crackles with the excitement of cultural exchange and musical discovery. The performances swing beautifully, capturing a golden moment when American jazz was finding wonderfully appreciative new audiences across the whole of Europe.
Record label: Metronome Records. Sweden
Grade: Vinyl EX, Jacket EX
Stock: 1. Item: RM34264jmlp2103 letrV
Jazz Music LP
Various - A Taste Of Jazz (CJ-93)
This wonderfully varied collection brings together a delightful array of talented artists to deliver a genuinely satisfying taste of jazz in all its glorious variety. Featuring various performers across different jazz styles and settings, the album moves through its programme with real musical energy and consistent quality, offering an entertaining and accessible introduction to the breadth and richness of the jazz tradition. A thoroughly enjoyable sampler that will delight newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts alike.
Record label: Concord-Jazz Records. USA
Grade: Vinyl EX, Jacket EX
Stock: 1. Item: RM34214cj93 letrV
Jazz Music LP
Various - The Jazz Wizards Vol. 1 (Herwin 102)
A marvellous journey into early jazz history! Released on the revived Herwin label, this compilation draws on recordings made in Chicago in the mid-to-late 1920s, preserving some of the most joyful and creative music from the genre's golden age. Full of hot collective improvisation, irresistible rhythmic drive, and the kind of spontaneous musical conversation that made early jazz so revolutionary, it's an absolute treat for anyone who loves the authentic, raw energy of the music at its exuberant, uninhibited best.
Record label: Herwin Records. USA
Grade: Vinyl EX, Jacket VG+
Stock: 1. Item: RM34190herwin102 letrV
Jazz Music LP
Various - Golden Era Of Swedish Jazz (TR 11009)
This collection surveys some of the finest recordings from Sweden's jazz tradition. The performances demonstrate the creativity and individuality of Swedish musicians while maintaining strong connections to American jazz. The album offers variety, excellent musicianship and historical interest, making it a valuable introduction to Scandinavian jazz.
Record label: Telestar Records. Sweden
Grade: Vinyl VG+, Jacket VG+
Stock: 1. Item: RM34094tr11009 letrV
Jazz Music LP
Various - The 40's In Hollywood (J 12-8)
This collection celebrates the music and atmosphere of Hollywood during the 1940s, bringing together performances that reflect the glamour and excitement of the era. The arrangements capture the spirit of big bands and popular jazz, offering listeners an entertaining journey through one of the most memorable periods in American music.
Record label: Jump Records. USA
Grade: Vinyl VG+, Jacket EX
Stock: 1. Item: RM34088j128 letrV
Jazz Music LP
Various - An Invitation To Windham Hill (WHA 1)
Record label: Windham-Hill Records. UK
Grade: Vinyl EX, Jacket EX
Stock: 1. Item: RM33883wha1 letrV
Jazz Music LP
Various - Kiss Me Kate (2353 062)
Record label: MGM Records. UK
Grade: Vinyl EX, Jacket EX
Stock: 1. Item: RM338772353062 letrV
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