Search - Milt Jackson :: Invitation (Hybr) (Omr)

Numbered, Limited-Edition of 2500 Mini LP Style Packaging!

Stephen Reddy | Brisbane | 07/14/2008

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Discovered by Dizzy Gillespie (whose 40's rhythm section left to form the initial line-up of the esteemed Modern Jazz Quartet) , Milt 'Bags' Jackson was a preeminent vibes virtuoso and enjoyed over forty years as one-fourth of the MJQ (Modern Jazz Quartet). Jackson also enjoyed decades of solo work for great jazz labels such as Savoy, Riverside and Atlantic and one of his crowning achievements occurred over a three day session booked for Riverside in 1962. Answering his 'Invitation' were fellow all-stars Kenny Dorham, Jimmy Heath, Ron Carter and Tommy Flanagan. The trumpet/tenor tandem uniquely augment Jackson's vibraphone, creating a driving, free-wheeling, classic blowing session. Now you can hear every little detail from these sessions on this Mobile Fidelity Hybrid SACD. The CD layer sounds absolutely phenomenal - so much better than the original CD... and the SACD layer just smokes!



1. Invitation

2. Too Close For Comfort

3. Ruby, My Dear

4. The Sealer

5. Poom-A-Loom

6. Stella By Starlight

7. Ruby

8. None Shall Wander



BONUS TRACKS

9. Ruby, My Dear (alt. take)

10. None Shall Wander (alt. take)"