This compilation of archival material captures a pivotal era in the career of jazz vocalist Sarah Vaughan, showcasing her evolving and sophisticated style. The release brings together both well-known and rare live recordings from her Mercury sessions at Mister Kelly's and London House. Additionally, the collection features studio tracks developed alongside acclaimed arrangers Hal Mooney, Quincy Jones, Ray Ellis, and Belford Hendricks, as well as collaborations with members of the Basie Band.

Duke Ellington is widely acknowledged as jazz’s greatest composer. While Ellington certainly experienced many artistic peaks—such as the 1927 Cotton Club “Jungle Band,” the 1940 orchestra with Ben Webster and Jimmie Blanton, the post-Newport 1956 band, and the mid-60s ensembles powered by drummers Sam Woodyard and Rufus Jones—he produced memorable compositions during every phase of his career. This live recording of the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra proves that point, as it features several rare masterworks composed between 1940 and 1968. Some of these pieces may be new to longtime Ellington fans, but each composition reveals a unique aspect of Ellington’s genius.

16 Hot n' Swingin' rot n' roll party shakers and quakers groovin' All Nite Long!!! Say what's up Mac? I hear you're having yourself a lil' party? Now you gonna have a swell time let me tell ya. You got the babes, the booze, delicious food, but a party ain't nothin' unless you got the tunes! Now listen up, and listen up good. For the big sound you need the big pieces. And for the hottest sounds around, I'm your man.

Frank Sinatra’s 1956 album Songs for Swingin’ Lovers! is getting reissued as part of Blue Note’s acclaimed Tone Poet series. The release is out March 27th, which is also the album’s 70th anniversary. Produced for release by Joe Harley, the new Tone Poet Vinyl Edition was mastered by Kevin Gray from the original analog master tapes, pressed on 180g vinyl at Record Technology Inc. (RTI), and comes packaged in a deluxe gatefold tip-on jacket featuring session photos by William Claxton and Ken Veeder.

Ray Gelato, a British saxophonist, and Enric Peidro releasing their new album "Exactly Like Us" in a repertoire that merges classic swing with a contemporary touch, featuring two masters of international and local swing who will unleash rhythm and expressiveness. An evening full of swing, elegance, and energy that will attract genre lovers.

"Massive Negroni" is a spirited, genre-bending celebration of vintage aesthetics and modern wit. Sweet Megg, the chameleon of the New York jazz scene, delivers an album that is as intoxicating and bitter-sweet as its namesake. Moving effortlessly between sultry Parisian swing, dusty Americana, and classic Broadway-style showmanship, Megg proves that she is far more than a "traditionalist" — she is a storyteller with a wicked sense of humor.

Bolton Swings Sinatra: The Second Time Around is an album by Michael Bolton, produced by Alex Christensen, arranged and conducted by Chris Walden. Bolton records songs originally made notable by Frank Sinatra.

180-gram vinyl. Mastered by Doug Sax at The Mastering Lab from the original analog master tape. Pressed at Quality Record Pressings. Housed in Stoughton Printing tip-on jacket.

Bernard "Buddy" Rich was an American jazz drummer, songwriter, conductor, and bandleader. He is considered one of the most influential drummers of all time.

Sweet-tempered, laid back, small-band swing with vocals a la the King Cole Trio with a bit of Dave Frishberg tossed in. John Pizarelli, the pleasingly old-fashioned and engaging guitarist and singer, is backed up by dad Bucky Pizzarelli, Clark Terry, Dave McKenna, Milt Hinton and Konnie Kay.

They're not kidding about the title – because the album's one of Ruby Braff's most swingin from the time – a sharp-edged quartet session that's filled with well-blown notes! Ruby's in the lead on all numbers on trumpet – getting support from Johnny Guarnieri on piano, Walter Page on bass, and Bobby Donaldson on drums – and the sound is a bit more rough than some of Braff's other albums of the time – not so sweetly-trilling, and we mean that in a good way! The vibe is still slightly traddish, but with a really nice edge – and titles include "Ellie", "Mean To Me", "This Can't Be Love", and "Blue & Sentimental".

"Live from Studio A in New York City" is an album by violinist Johnny Frigo. It was his second album as leader and came over 30 years after his debut. This was also the first album recorded by Chesky Records.

Breakfast at Tiffany's: Music from the Motion Picture is the soundtrack from the 1961 movie Breakfast at Tiffany's starring Audrey Hepburn. The tracks were re-arranged parts of the film music composed and conducted by Henry Mancini. At the 1962 Academy Awards, Mancini and lyricist Johnny Mercer won Oscars for Best Original Song for "Moon River", while Mancini picked up a second statue for Best Original Score. The album also stayed on Billboard's album charts for over ninety weeks.

That's Music is a 1981 album by Maestro Dino Siani that celebrates the enduring elegance of swing-era jazz through a modern, late-70s/early-80s lens. Blending classic big band orchestration with touches of jazz-funk, soul, disco and easy listening, the album moves fluidly between nostalgic tributes and contemporary moods. Cheerful, sophisticated and warmly orchestrated, it evokes ballroom glamour, TV soundtracks and refined entertainment music with effortless charm.

Alois Maxwell "Al" Hirt was an American trumpeter and bandleader. His nicknames included "Jumbo" and "The Round Mound of Sound." Hirt was inducted into The Louisiana Music Hall of Fame in November 2009. This is Al Hirt's third volume of Swingin' Dixie! at Dan's Pier 600 in New Orleans, and features the original 1958 high-fidelity stereo mix.