Milt Jackson - The Riverside Albums Collection 1961-1963 [2022] (4 x CDs)

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MILT JACKSON

Milt Jackson - The Riverside Albums Collection 1961-1963 [2022] (4 x CDs)

The box set, “Milt Jackson - The Riverside Albums Collection 1961-1963”, embodies the musical brilliance of Milt Jackson. Launched in 2022 by Enlightenment, this collection stands as a tribute to Jackson’s significant impact on the jazz genre.

This compilation is an extraordinary anthology that is a gold mine of some of the most exceptional music ever produced by Jackson in his role as a bandleader. It not only displays his exceptional skill but also his adaptability. The anthology spreads over 4 CDs, each filled with tracks that underline Jackson’s distinctive style and his command over his instrument, the vibraphone.

The collection includes a variety of jazz styles, ranging from hard bop to blues. Tracks such as “Darbin & The Redd Fox”, “Algo Bueno”, and “Mallets Toward None” exemplify Jackson’s talent for harmonizing intricate rhythms with melodic improvisations. Conversely, tracks like “Blue Jubilee”, “Vibrations”, and “Let Me Hear The Blues” emphasize his capacity to stir deep feelings through his music.

This collection is a musical expedition that guides listeners through the peaks and valleys of Jackson’s career during these years and is its clear demonstration of the vibrancy of hard bop. It serves as an excellent introduction for those new to this master jazz artist’s work, and also remains a perfect collection for the more experienced. It offers listeners a thorough insight into Jackson’s musical voyage during the years 1961-1963. This extraordinary anthology serves as a reminder of Jackson’s contribution to jazz and his steadfast commitment to his artistry. (B)

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Track lists

CD01

01 Milt Jackson - Darbin & The Redd Fox 4:57

02 Milt Jackson - Algo Bueno 4:12

03 Milt Jackson - Mallets Toward None 4:33

04 Milt Jackson - Blue Jubilee 4:27

05 Milt Jackson - Vibrations 3:57

06 Milt Jackson - Let Me Hear The Blues 6:04

07 Milt Jackson - Melancholy Blues 3:20

08 Milt Jackson - Sweet Georgia Brown 4:58

09 Milt Jackson - Statements 5:32

10 Milt Jackson - Slowly 3:06

11 Milt Jackson - A Thrill From The Blues 5:46

12 Milt Jackson - Paris Blues 2:56

13 Milt Jackson - Put Off 5:36

14 Milt Jackson - A Beautiful Romance 2:29

15 Milt Jackson - Sonnymoon For Two 5:59

16 Milt Jackson - The Bad And The Beautiful 3:10

CD02

01 Milt Jackson - S. K. J. 5:17

02 Milt Jackson - Stablemates 5:48

03 Milt Jackson - Stairway To The Stars 3:40

04 Milt Jackson - Blue Roz 4:48

05 Milt Jackson - Sam Sack 6:06

06 Milt Jackson - Jingles 6:56

07 Milt Jackson - Delilah 6:13

08 Milt Jackson - Old Devil Moon 3:07

09 Milt Jackson - 'round Midnight 6:50

10 Milt Jackson - The Dream Is You 3:11

11 Milt Jackson - You'd Be So Nice To Come Home To 3:02

12 Milt Jackson - Echoes 4:35

13 Milt Jackson - If You Could See Me Now 5:17

14 Milt Jackson - Star Eyes 3:24

15 Milt Jackson - Namesake 3:22

16 Milt Jackson - If I Should Lose You 3:36

17 Milt Jackson - Later Than You Think 4:43

CD03

01 Milt Jackson - Invitation 3:54

02 Milt Jackson - Too Close For Comfort 5:14

03 Milt Jackson - Ruby, My Dear 4:27

04 Milt Jackson - The Sealer 6:33

05 Milt Jackson - Poom-A-Loom 6:54

06 Milt Jackson - Stella By Starlight 4:00

07 Milt Jackson - Ruby 5:53

08 Milt Jackson - None Shall Wander 3:58

09 Milt Jackson - Days Of Wine And Roses 4:25

10 Milt Jackson - For Someone I Love 6:04

11 Milt Jackson - (What's The Story) Morning Glory 3:41

12 Milt Jackson - Save Your Love For Me 4:21

13 Milt Jackson - Extraordinary Blues 4:16

14 Milt Jackson - Flamingo 4:24

15 Milt Jackson - Chelsea Bridge 4:50

16 Milt Jackson - Just Waiting 3:30

17 Milt Jackson - Bossa Bags 2:52

CD04

01 Milt Jackson - Bags Of Blues 7:44

02 Milt Jackson - Little Girl Blue 4:27

03 Milt Jackson - Gemini 9:41

04 Milt Jackson - Gerri's Blues 7:41

05 Milt Jackson - Time After Time 4:33

06 Milt Jackson - Ignunt Oil 7:05

07 Milt Jackson - Sonny's Blues 3:41

08 Milt Jackson - I'm Gonna Laugh You Out Of My Life 3:35

09 Milt Jackson - Spanish Fly 3:20

10 Milt Jackson - No Moon At All 3:28

11 Milt Jackson - Slow Death 4:53

12 Milt Jackson - Clay's Blues 2:51

13 Milt Jackson - Lazy Melody 2:49

14 Milt Jackson - Project S 4:15

15 Milt Jackson - Ev'ry Time We Say Goodbye 2:44

16 Milt Jackson - That's In 3:00

17 Milt Jackson - Ineffable 2:45

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