Media in category blue note records the following 4 files are in this category, out of 4 total. The finest in jazz since 1939 01 by richard havers isbn. The two main series were 1500, which ran from 1955 to 1958, and 4000, which ran c. Blue note records holds a special place in the hearts of jazz fans. The blue note records 75 th anniversary vinyl reissue series continues with five new titles released each month. The bonuses are myriad but begin inarguably with the accompanying booklet, filled by label cofounder francis wolffs instudio photographs, all taken during the 1950s and 1960s and. Official soundcloud account for blue note records new york. The vital task of record pressing moved overnight from plastylite nj, who had pressed all. From the archives, a tribute that is worthy to the testimony that blue note is 70 years young this year 2009.
The biography chronicles the life of the most famous and influential jazz label of them all. On coffeetable size book, richard havers lucidly writes about the 75 years history of the iconic american jazz label. I had the distinct pleasure of attending a press briefing the other night to announce the release of a special limited edition box set of recordings to honor the 75 th anniversary of blue note records. Originally dedicated to recording traditional jazz and small group swing, the label switched its attention to modern jazz around 1947.
Blue note label guide the jazz record explorations into. Packaged in a deep blue lpsize box, this 14cd megaset is a wideangle retrospective on blue note records, from its 1939 birth to the labels most recent artists. Herbie hancock the prisoner lp tone poet series duke ellington money jungle lp tone poet series blue note records. Excellent history of blue note records from its earliest years, the author mostly writes about what matters, the music. Established in 1939 by alfred lion and max margulis, it derived its name from the blue notes of jazz and the blues. So these are the tunes that take me back to years ago, which is a feeling that happens regularly since so many of the classic blue note tunes are.
If you like the blue note sound or just want a good collection of classic jazz sounds, this would be a good one to add to your library. Blue note records 75th anniversary special limited edition. Here is the detailed history of the label from the beginning days in 1939 when two german immigrants, alfred lion and francis wolff, began recording and. Lonnie smith, gregory porter, kandace springs, terence blanchard, derrick hodge, and blue note allstars featuring ambrose akinmusire, robert. The label was in 1939 by alfred lion and max margulis, getting its name from the blue notes of blues and jazz, or notes sung a bit.
New york 23, ny usa contact info obsolete until ca. Some of our staff have picked out essential albums from blue note records that should satisfy both the purist and the newcomer to go along with sonos studios brilliant exhibition celebrating the labels 75th anniversary a bit about blue notes history. Blue note records changed ownership several times in the years that followed, and the label began a slow fade. Blue note records is an american jazz record label owned by universal music group and operated under capitol music group. Beyond the notes explores the unique vision behind the iconic jazz record label. John fordham tells the story of blue note through a selection of its famous album covers. Click here to find out how much we can pay for your blue note records. Packaged in a deepblue lpsize box, this 14cd megaset is a wideangle retrospective on blue note records, from its 1939 birth to the labels most recent artists. Through rare archival footage, current recording sessions and conversations with blue note artists, the film reveals a powerful mission and illuminates the vital connections between jazz and hip hop. The blue note has every kind of music, all genres and eras as well as old records, tape and cds. This is the discography of blue note records, the american jazz record label. Discover whats missing in your discography and shop for blue note records 75th anniversary vinyl initiative releases. Blue note 4000 series original collection 100 label.
Starting in 2014, blue note embarked on a 75th anniversary vinyl initiative to reissue 100 classic titles on vinyl. Duke ellington money jungle lp tone poet series gregory porter all rise. Gilles played 3 hours of blue note vinyl releases to mark 75 years of the label. Most of the records were studio recordings produced by alfred lion or francis wolff. This is not presented as the best of blue note records but is a celebration of 75 years of the label. Blue note, the uniquely american jazz label, was formed by german immigrants who loved the music form and wanted to tell the world about it. It mustnt be understated just how important this milestone is for jazz and for the greater good of music as a whole. We are always looking for soughtafter titles, and there are. Bbc radio 6 music gilles peterson, 75 years of blue note. Explore releases from the blue note records 75th anniversary vinyl initiative label. This book filled that gap very well, going into nice detail about the earlier recording sessions and how blue note slowly moved away from new orleans. Blue note record label celebrates 75 years the denver post.
Blue note records by frederick cohen cds blues books. Smaller in trim size, greatly expanded in content, this compendium of chronicles classic blue note books 50,000 copies sold is now an appealingly chunky paperback. The blue note years 19391999 various artists songs. Blue note records founded january 6, 1939, new york. The history of blue note is multi faceted, and there are several books published, post 2003, that concentrate on specific aspects of key individuals and events. But as the 1900s ended and the 2000s made their entrance, blue note found new life. Occasional reissues from its catalog gave way to random recordings in the mid1980s. Blue note brand, trademark, band name or organization name refers to multiple entities official website. The brief but lucid text outlines the history of blue note records and its relationship to its artists, adding to the appeal of this stunning book. As we come to the end of the blue note records 75th anniversary. Blue note records, one of the greatest, if not the greatest, jazz label, celebrates 75 years in 20 and as is befitting of such an event, we are celebrating with this 4 cd, budget priced, canadian exclusive boxset.
New york, ny 10104 usa contact info obsolete 19571958. Nearly double the price of the previous record setter for blue note. In saying that, it may well be the most iconic record label of all time. Blue note records 1750 north vine street hollywood, ca 90028 usa blue note records 150 fifth avenue new york, ny 10011 usa ca. Blue note records 75th anniversary vinyl initiative label.
The author adequately outlines the origin and evolution of the company from 1939 through 2003. Jul 22, 2014 blue note revisited 2004 needless to say that all three of us are blue note listeners and big fans. Seminal jazz label blue note has announced the inaugural edition of its new biannual, luxury box set subscription series. We have tried to swerve the obvious tunes that tend to get dropped on comps like the bestest blue note album in the whole wide world since the beginning of time ever. A collectors perspective last updated may 24, 2019 the history of blue note records from a record collectors perspective, supplemented with commentary regarding audio quality, a topic on which wiki editors and music journalists alike appear entirely oblivious.
Explore releases from the blue note 4000 series original collection 100 label. Discover whats missing in your discography and shop for blue note 4000 series original collection 100 releases. Uncompromising expression is a magnificent book, beautifully designed and very much in the blue note tradition of strong, arresting graphics. The 400page hardcover book is authored by richard havers and tells the 75. My knowledge of blue note in the 50s and 60s is pretty good but prior to that time it is pretty shaky. Gilles peterson 75 years of blue note 75 years of blue note records. Originally dedicated to recording traditional jazz and small group swing, the label switched its attention to modern jazz around.
My only complaint is the authors obvious bias against the 70s. Blue note label guide the jazz record explorations. Blue note records was founded in new york by germanborn record executive alfred lion in 1939. Sell blue note record collection we buy blue note records online or at our nj music store. There are also around forty blue note titles in the blue note catalog, examples are 4193, 4196, 4204, 4206, 4209, and many others approaching the 4250 cutoff, which had been prepared for release prior to the sale of blue note, labels and covers printed, but were pressed subsequent to the company sale to liberty. On coffeetable size book, richard havers lucidly writes about the 75 years. Beautiful reproductions of original artwork and labels. My own first blue note record was maiden voyage by herbie hancock which i bought at the age of 15.
The vital task of record pressing moved overnight from plastylite nj, who had pressed all blue notes to date. Since its founding in 1939, the label has recorded many of the most important names in jazz a list limited just to saxophonists would include ornette coleman, john coltrane, dexter gordon, joe henderson, joe lovano, jackie mclean, sonny rollins and wayne shorter and chronicled the. Lots has been written about blue note records and its seminal importance to the jazz scene. Blue note has never failed to deliver and still pumps out its founding principle of uncompromising expressions by young talents on the cutting edge of jazz. To close out a year of deserved blue note 75th anniversary selfcelebration, a handsome hardcover book and cd box set, available. Identified by the 20xx blue note records along outer edge on right side of label and 150 5th avenue address on back cover.
Beyond the notes will play in the following us cities in july and august. Blue note revisited 2004 needless to say that all three of us are blue note listeners and big fans. San rafael, ca opens august 9 smith rafael film center. Blue note remains one of the most influential jazz labels of all time, and its cover art is a virtual timecapsule of cool. Blue note launches limited edition vinyl box set subscription. In blue note records, the biography, author richard. A blue note records book, a beautifully illustrated history of the label, entitled uncompromising expression will be published in november. Not to sound corny but its a throw back to yesteryear. Here is the detailed history of the label from the beginning days in 1939 when two german immigrants, alfred lion and francis wolff, began recording and releasing the hot jazz that they loved. Blue note bst2 84433 various artists the best of blue note, volume 2 1986 blue note j tocj594144 various artists rare tracks. Album cover art gathers nearly 400 of the legendary covers. The label was responsible for some of the worlds finest jazz releases, boosting a roster that included greats fats navarro, bud powell, thelonious monk, sonny rollins among others.
Blue note is unquestionably the most iconic jazz label there has ever been. With iconic album artwork by esquire designer reid miles using photographs of the musician in session, taken by blue notes francis wolff, blue note made its name as one of the most influential labels in jazz music, later issuing records by free jazz musicians like ornette coleman and popular musicians like herbie hancock, having records. May 28, 2014 75 great solos on blue note records may 28, 2014 nearly threequarters of a century old, the label remains a showcase for jazz soloing in every possible mood and temperament. Jul 20, 2003 blue note, the uniquely american jazz label, was formed by german immigrants who loved the music form and wanted to tell the world about it. Illustrated from thousands of firsthand examinations of blue note records comes this exhaustive guide to identifying the many details that determine what is and what is not an original blue note pressing.
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