Donald Byrd -Byrd's Eye View (Tone Poet Vinyl) -Blue Note LP Grooves.land/Playthek

Details / Tracklist:

01. "Doug's Blues (Remastered 2002)"
02. "El Sino (Remastered 2002)"
03. "Everything Happens To Me (Remastered 2002)"
04. "Hank's Tune (Remastered 2002)"
05. "Hank's Other Tune (Remastered 2002)"

Number of discs:

Extra-Infos:

180g

Description:

Bird's Eye View by Donald Byrd, released 3 May 2024, includes the following tracks: "Everything Happens To Me", "Hank's Other Tune" and more. This version of Bird's Eye View comes as a 1xLP. - 180G

Vinyl LP pressing. Recorded in 1955 for producer Tom Wilson's short-lived Boston-based label Transition Records, Byrd's Eye View was trumpeter Donald Byrd's first issued recording as a leader. The date presented Byrd at the helm of what was then the current line-up of The Jazz Messengers with tenor saxophonist Hank Mobley, pianist Horace Silver, bassist Doug Watkins, and drummer Art Blakey. Local Boston area trumpeter Joe Gordon joins the band for some friendly brass sparring with Byrd on several numbers, further adding to the album's jovial air of a blowing session. Everyone is in fine form on this 5-song set with Side A consisting of an extended stroll through Watkins' laid-back original "Doug's Blues" followed by some inspired trading between Byrd and Gordon on "El Sino." A beautiful rendition of the ballad "Everything Happens To Me" and two swinging Mobley pieces comprise Side B, bringing this highly-enjoyable date to a close.

[On rear] A Blue note Records release; Originally released in 1956 on Transition Records © 2024 Capitol Records, LLC. Distributed by Universal Music Enterprises; a Division of UMG Recordings, Inc. Blue Note® is a registered trademark of Capitol Records, LLC. Includes a sheet of liner notes and a reprint of the 12-page booklet originally included with the record. Recorded Dec. 2, 1955, in Cambridge, Mass. In spite of what is stated on the hype sticker, this was recorded by Arnie "Woo-Woo" Ginsberg in Cambridge, according to the enclosed booklet.

"Byrd's Eye View (Tone Poet Vinyl)" is a premium LP release by the legendary jazz trumpeter Donald Byrd, presented by Blue Note as part of their acclaimed Tone Poet series. Originally recorded in 1955, this album captures Byrd at an early yet pivotal stage in his career, showcasing his innovative approach to hard bop and modern jazz. The session features an all-star lineup including Hank Mobley, Horace Silver, Doug Watkins, and Art Blakey?each contributing to the dynamic interplay that defines this classic record. Donald Byrd went on to become one of the most influential figures in jazz history, known for hits like "Black Byrd" and collaborations with giants such as Herbie Hancock. Blue Note Records stands as one of the most respected labels in jazz music since its founding in 1939; their Tone Poet series is renowned for audiophile-quality pressings that honor both musical artistry and sonic excellence.

Vinyl:

Single Sleeve, Tip-On-Sleeve, Mono

Manufacturer No.:

4585225

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