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    Jimmy Smith - Who's Afraid Of Virginia Woolf? (1964) [Reissue 2007] (New Rip)

    Posted By: gribovar
    Jimmy Smith - Who's Afraid Of Virginia Woolf? (1964) [Reissue 2007] (New Rip)

    Jimmy Smith - Who's Afraid Of Virginia Woolf? (1964) [Reissue 2007]
    EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 255 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 81 MB | Covers - 27 MB
    Genre: Jazz, Soul Jazz, Hard Bop | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Verve (0602517396937)

    The combination of organist Jimmy Smith teamed with Oliver Nelson's big band featuring Nelson and Claus Ogerman's arrangements has arguably yielded mixed results. "Walk on the Wild Side" is probably the most acclaimed and potent of the pairings, while "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" produces more questions than answers. The music tends to be corny and overly dramatic, based in soul-jazz and boogaloo; it's dated even for this time period (1964) and a bit bland. Disparate elements clash rather than meld, the title track and "Slaughter on Tenth Avenue" being perfect examples. If you can get beyond the hokey 007 theatrics, patriotic splashes, and sleigh bells, you do hear Smith jamming…

    The Crusaders - Scratch (1974) Reissue 1997

    Posted By: Designol
    The Crusaders - Scratch (1974) Reissue 1997

    The Crusaders - Scratch (1974) Reissue 1997
    EAC | FLAC | Tracks (Cue&Log) ~ 245 Mb | Mp3 (CBR320) ~ 96 Mb | Scans included
    Jazz-Funk, Fusion, Soul Jazz, Hard-Bop | Label: MCA | # MCAD-37072 | 00:40:24

    Recorded live at the Roxy, Scratch was one of the Crusaders' best recordings, an extravaganza of jazz and funk with great soloing from the group on top of a set of excellent grooves. From the loose-limbed funk of "Scratch" to a restless, understated version of their live standard "Eleanor Rigby" (which they'd been performing live for over six years), the Crusaders displayed a command of R&B forms in a jazz context. Another cover, Carole King's "So Far Away," is betrayed by a muddy '70s arrangement and sound, but nothing else here fails to illustrate the excellence of the best R&B group in the jazz world.

    V.A. - Sharp Shades & Finger Snaps [Recorded 1959-1967] (2006)

    Posted By: gribovar
    V.A. - Sharp Shades & Finger Snaps [Recorded 1959-1967] (2006)

    V.A. - Sharp Shades & Finger Snaps [Recorded 1959-1967] (2006)
    EAC Rip | FLAC (image+.cue+log) - 919 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 330 MB | Covers - 31 MB
    Genre: Jazz, Hard Bop, Soul Jazz, Cool Jazz | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: EMI/Blue Note (00946-355221-2-9)

    2006 two CD compilation series from the team that brought you the Blue Series, the biggest selling Jazz series ever. These compilations will all cover distinct historical and stylistic phases of the label's history, gathering together tracks that are rarely anthologized alongside some of the more well known cuts. Each one will then be housed in a distinctive sleeve that looks like a Blue Note compilation that was done at the specific period covered by the release. Sharp Shades & Finger Snaps features 19 tracks including cuts from Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers, Hank Mobley, McCoy Tyner, Grant Green, Lee Morgan and others.

    The Crusaders - Crusaders 1 (1972) Remastered Reissue 2006

    Posted By: Designol
    The Crusaders - Crusaders 1 (1972) Remastered Reissue 2006

    The Crusaders - Crusaders 1 (1972) Remastered Reissue 2006
    EAC | FLAC | Tracks (Cue&Log) ~ 430 Mb | Mp3 (CBR320) ~ 182 Mb | Scans included
    Label: Blue Thumb | # BTS 6001, 0602517040663 | Time: 01:17:41
    Jazz-Funk, Fusion, Soul Jazz, Crossover Jazz

    In 1971, the Jazz Crusaders reinvented themselves for the first time. First they dropped the word "jazz" from their moniker, and secondly they wholeheartedly embraced electric bass and guitars in their mix. Their new "debut" is a wonder of jazz-funk as a natural evolution out of hard bop and soul-jazz. While the wonderful horn interplay between saxophonist Wilton Felder and trombonist Wayne Henderson is still everywhere evident, the badass, beat-driven rhythm section has Joe Sample playing funky Rhodes piano against Chuck Rainey's basslines and an orgy of guitars – led by Larry Carlton's brilliant lead work. These are all anchored by Stix Hooper's never out-of-the-pocket, popping kit work. Certainly other acts had used the same instrumentation, but the sheer sophistication in the Crusaders compositions and charts combined with their dedication to grooved-out accessibility – and Stewart Levine's magnificent production – made them a singular entity even in the up-and-coming jazz-rock fusion scene.

    The Jazz Crusaders - Lookin' Ahead (1962) Reissue 2014

    Posted By: Designol
    The Jazz Crusaders - Lookin' Ahead (1962) Reissue 2014

    The Jazz Crusaders - Lookin' Ahead (1962) Reissue 2014
    EAC | FLAC | Tracks (Cue&Log) ~ 157 Mb | Mp3 (CBR320) ~ 88 Mb | Scans included
    Hard Bop, Soul-Jazz | Label: Hallmark | # 715252 | Time: 00:35:39

    The Jazz Crusaders second album for Pacific Jazz, Lookin Ahead features the core four members of the group (Joe Sample, Wayne Henderson, Wilton Felder and Stix Hooper), with bassist Jimmy Bond rounding out the sound. Lookin Ahead showcases what was already a signature sound for the group, with the tenor saxophone and trombone leading many of the songs, although Joe Samples piano playing holds much of the material together. The group wrote seven of the albums nine cuts, including The Young Rabbits, which would become something of a staple for the Jazz Crusaders during the 1960s, being much revered at their live shows. The two covers include Tonight, from the musical West Side Story, and Song Of India, a classical piece by Rimsky-Korsakov arranged by Joe Sample. Along with their debut album Freedom Sound (also available on Hallmark as 713822) the Jazz Crusaders were at the forefront of the soul jazz scene in Los Angeles in the early 1960s. Their relevance and importance continued to grow throughout the rest of the decade.

    Lonnie Smith - Gotcha' (1978) [Japanese Edition 2019]

    Posted By: gribovar
    Lonnie Smith - Gotcha' (1978) [Japanese Edition 2019]

    Lonnie Smith - Gotcha' (1978) [Japanese Edition 2019]
    EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 231 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 85 MB | Covers - 41 MB
    Genre: Jazz, Jazz-Funk, Soul Jazz | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Ultra-Vybe (CDSOL-45969)

    "Sweet Honey Wine" lives up to its title, it begins cool and melodic and makes you wish you were sipping piña coladas on an island. "I Need Your Love" opens softly before revving up, only to be drop kicked by a wimpish male vocal. Smith achieves a Latin feel on "What's Done Is Done," but once again an insipid vocal and weak lyrics render it unplayable; a shame because there's a striking guitar solo. Lonnie gets back on track with "Do It" - it isn't jazz, but it's a decent groove underscored by an incessant rhythm guitar and a spirited organ solo. "Journey to Within" is like the title implies, dark and moody, music to stroll graveyards by. You would expect a three-headed monster to jump out your speaker. It settles into a sweet petulant groove spearheaded by a tenor sax solo and Smith's deep, spacey keyboarding on the black keys. The last cut, "My Latin Sky," is light and bouncy, and the most traditional jazz offering.

    Lonnie Smith - Finger Lickin' Good (1967) [Japanese Edition 2021]

    Posted By: gribovar
    Lonnie Smith - Finger Lickin' Good (1967) [Japanese Edition 2021]

    Lonnie Smith - Finger Lickin' Good (1967) [Japanese Edition 2021]
    EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 350 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 125 MB | Covers - 17 MB
    Genre: Jazz, Soul Jazz | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Oldays Records (ODR6918)

    Although it predates his classic soul-jazz dates for Blue Note by a few years, Lonnie Smith's debut LP, Finger-Lickin' Good, boasts a deeply funky groove quite unusual for the mid-'60s, a period when few jazz musicians acknowledged the influence of more commercial musical pursuits, let alone introduced such elements into their own work. Aided and abetted by an all-star lineup including guitarist George Benson, saxophonist King Curtis, and trumpeter Blue Mitchell, Smith keeps the performances brisk and bold, galvanized by stiletto-sharp bursts of organ. Cuts like "Hola Muneca" and "Can't You Just Feel It" possess a raw vitality quite uncommon for the moment in question, and while it's disingenuous to call Finger-Lickin' Good groundbreaking, it's definitely a record ahead of its time.

    Dr. Lonnie Smith - Breathe (2021) [Japanese Edition]

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    Dr. Lonnie Smith - Breathe (2021) [Japanese Edition]

    Dr. Lonnie Smith - Breathe (2021) [Japanese Edition]
    EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 388 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 150 MB | Covers - 39 MB
    Genre: Jazz-Funk, Soul Jazz | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Universal Music (UCCQ-1134)

    Veteran Hammond B-3 master Dr. Lonnie Smith pairs with punk icon Iggy Pop on his inspired and deeply funky 2021 album Breathe. Smith initially came into his own in the 1960s, releasing a string of groove-based albums for Blue Note, including 1968's Think!, that helped define the sound of forward-thinking organ jazz. Over 30 years after his last album for Blue Note, he returned to the label with 2016's vibrant Evolution and 2018's All in My Mind; albums that found him recapturing the earthy energy of his original recordings. Continuing this latter-career resurgence, Breathe again finds him working with producer Don Was, and backed by an energetic ensemble of all-stars including guitarist Jonathan Kreisberg and drummer Johnathan Blake, who make up his core trio. He also expands the group to a septet on several tracks, bringing trumpeter Sean Jones, tenor saxophonist John Ellis…

    The Crusaders - Live In Japan (1981) Reissue 1993

    Posted By: Designol
    The Crusaders - Live In Japan (1981) Reissue 1993

    The Crusaders - Live In Japan (1981) Reissue 1993
    EAC | FLAC | Tracks (Cue&Log) ~ 466 Mb | Mp3 (CBR320) ~ 197 Mb | Scans included
    Fusion, Jazz-Funk, Soul Jazz | Label: GRP Records | # GRP97462 | Time: 01:18:06

    This CD contains selections from a triumphant Japanese tour which saw three-fourths of the original lineup augmented by such guest stars as guitarists Barry Finnerty and Roland Bautista, percussionist Rafael Cruz, and bassist Alphonso Johnson. But the interaction and contributions of Joe Sample, Wilton Felder, and Stix Hooper make this memorable, plus the fact that this is the first time the complete concert has ever been available on a domestic release. It's really a "greatest-hits live" CD, with such familiar numbers as "Spiral," "Rainbow Seeker," "So Far Away" and "Put It Where You Want It" part of the menu. While not in the class of such classic releases as 1, Scratch, or Second Crusade, this is still a welcome addition to the legacy of a sorely underrated group.

    DJ Muro - Diggin' "Groove Diggers" Feat. Weldon Irvine: Unlimited Rare Groove Mixed By Muro (2025)

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    DJ Muro - Diggin' "Groove Diggers" Feat. Weldon Irvine: Unlimited Rare Groove Mixed By Muro (2025)

    DJ Muro - Diggin' "Groove Diggers" Feat. Weldon Irvine: Unlimited Rare Groove Mixed By Muro (2025)
    EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks, cue, log, scans) - 378 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps - 142 MB
    59:41 | Jazz, Funk, Soul, Soul Jazz | Label: P-Vine Records

    MURO, Japan's world-renowned King Of Diggin', continues to reissue rare grooves, treasured recordings from all over the world, and in this latest MIX series he presents a selection of music from the vast catalog of P-VINE's "GROOVE-DIGGERS" series, ranging from current SOUL / JAZZ / FUNK / JAZZ FUNK, regardless of genre or era!
    This time, we have a latest mix of selected recordings from the many classic albums left behind by the legendary musician Weldon Irvine, who was loved by people of all generations and genres for his cutting-edge style and touching, emotional melodies, from the jazz and soul scene of the 70s to the club and rare groove scene of the 90s and beyond!
    *We would like you to enjoy this work by listening directly to the song selections made by MURO, so we will not disclose the track list [songs/artists]. You will have to listen to it to enjoy! Please enjoy the true pleasure of a MIX CD! (The track list/artists and other credits will be listed on the product.)

    Willie Bobo - Bobo's Beat (1964) Remastered Reissue 2003

    Posted By: Designol
    Willie Bobo - Bobo's Beat (1964) Remastered Reissue 2003

    Willie Bobo - Bobo's Beat (1964) Remastered Reissue 2003
    EAC | FLAC | Tracks (Cue&Log) ~ 216 Mb | Mp3 (CBR320) ~ 94 Mb | Scans included
    Label: Roulette Jazz/EMI | # 7243 5 90954 2 4 | Time: 00:39:29
    Latin Jazz, Soul Jazz, World Fusion

    Willie Bobo pulled an impressive lineup for his debut as a leader, due in part to a profile gained from his work with Cal Tjader and Herbie Mann. Leading the brass section in this midsized group is trumpeter Clark Terry, who lends the necessary grit and fire, while Joe Farrell's burring tenor gives the record dynamic range. Though Bobo's percussion kit is displayed on the front, it's occasionally difficult to appreciate his playing on the record; he sounds bored and in the background during a trio of Brazilian crossover numbers (this was the year of Jazz Samba, after all), leaving organist Frank Anderson to flare his way playfully through his own "Bossa Nova in Blue." Bobo does finally allow himself some solo space at the end of "Capers," after several minutes of brilliant interplay between brass and reeds. The highlight comes with the group's interpretation of Freddie Hubbard's "Crisis," a slow-burning hard bop number with Bobo's timbales shuffle framing more excellent sectioning, with Farrell's tenor and an unnamed trombone positioned in counterpoint to Terry's trumpet.

    Rusty Bryant - For The Good Times (1973-1974) [Reissue 2002]

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    Rusty Bryant - For The Good Times (1973-1974) [Reissue 2002]

    Rusty Bryant - For The Good Times (1973-1974) [Reissue 2002]
    EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 421 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 166 MB | Covers - 3 MB
    Genre: Jazz, Soul Jazz, Jazz-Funk | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Prestige Records (PRCD-24269-2)

    For the Good Times brings together two early 1970s albums from alto/tenor Rusty Bryant: 1973's For the Good Times and 1974's Until It's Time for You to Go. Both albums find Bryant combining pop and soul-jazz with the aid of electric pianos and funky guitars. Things get started with tepid versions of the title track and Roberta Flack's "Killing Me Softly With His Song," both veering dangerously close to Muzak territory. The pieces are salvaged, however, by Joe Beck and Hugh McCracken's guitar work and Hank Jones' steady hand at the keyboards. Bryant turns in his best solo on a groovy version of "Theme From Deep Throat" that's propelled forward by bassist Tony Levin and drummer Steve Gadd. Musically, things pick up a bit on the last six tracks…

    Manfred Mann - Soul Of Mann (1967) {1993, Japan 1st Press}

    Posted By: popsakov
    Manfred Mann - Soul Of Mann (1967) {1993, Japan 1st Press}

    Manfred Mann - Soul Of Mann (1967) {1993, Japan 1st Press}
    EAC Rip | FLAC (Img) + Cue + Log ~ 220 Mb | MP3 CBR320 ~ 133 Mb
    Full Scans | 00:39:00 | RAR 5% Recovery
    Soul Jazz / Jazz Rock / Beat / Rhythm & Blues
    Groovin' Move / Toshiba-EMI #TOCP-7943

    Amidst their pop/rock, blues, and folk-rock, Manfred Mann peppered their early recordings with jazzy instrumentals that faintly suggested a jazz-rock direction. Soul of Mann, never issued in the U.S., is a compilation of most of these early instrumental efforts, which originally appeared on various singles, EPs, and LPs between 1963 and 1966 (though one song, "L.S.D.," and is actually a blues-rocker with a Paul Jones vocal). Instrumentals were not the band's forte, but this collection is more interesting than you might think. No one would put Manfred Mann on the level of a jazz artist like Oscar Peterson, but these cuts are executed with a surprising amount of style and wit.

    Barbara Dennerlein - Junkanoo (1997)

    Posted By: gribovar
    Barbara Dennerlein - Junkanoo (1997)

    Barbara Dennerlein - Junkanoo (1997)
    EAC Rip | FLAC (image+.cue+log) - 435 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 162 MB | Covers - 4 MB
    Genre: Jazz, Post-Bop, Hard Bop, Soul Jazz | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Verve/Motor Music (314 537 122-2)

    Organist Barbara Dennerlein performs nine of her originals on this enjoyable set. The music ranges from funky jams to more complex hard bop, with most songs being a bit quirky and full of subtle surprises. Dennerlein has long had her own sound (a major achievement on organ) and she is also heard on piano during two numbers, which is a rarity for her. Her sidemen on this set include such adventurous musicians as trumpeter Randy Brecker, David Murray or David Sanchez on reeds, and trombonist Frank Lacy, and every player gets a chance to be heard.

    Barbara Dennerlein - Hot Stuff (1990)

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    Barbara Dennerlein - Hot Stuff (1990)

    Barbara Dennerlein - Hot Stuff (1990)
    EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 325 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 136 MB | Covers - 7 MB
    Genre: Jazz, Post-Bop, Hard Bop, Soul Jazz | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Enja Records (R2 79654)

    Organist Barbara Dennerlein's second Enja CD matches her distinctive organ and synthesizers with guitarist Mitch Watkins, drummer Mark Mondesir and (on five of the nine numbers) tenor saxophonist Andy Sheppard. Dennerlein contributed seven of the nine selections (the others are "Killer Joe" and "Seven Steps to Heaven") and her music ranges from blues to advanced hard bop, offering organ fans an alternative to the Jimmy Smith/Joey DeFrancesco style.