Quincy Jones - Milestones of a Legend [2022] (10 x CDs)

SUNDAY JAZZ

QUINCY JONES

Quincy Jones - Milestones of a Legend [2022] (10 x CDs)

Quincy Delight Jones Jr., born on March 14, 1933, in Chicago, Illinois, is a true legend in the world of music and entertainment. With a career that spans over seven decades, Quincy has worn many hats: record producer, songwriter, composer, arranger, and film and television producer. His incredible journey began in the 1950s as a jazz trumpeter, and he quickly made a name for himself as a talented jazz arranger and conductor. Over the years, Quincy has collaborated with some of the biggest names in jazz, including Frank Sinatra and Count Basie, and later expanded his repertoire to include pop music and film scores. His impressive achievements include winning 28 Grammy Awards out of 80 nominations and receiving the Grammy Legend Award in 1992.

But Quincy’s influence goes far beyond his musical talents. He has been a trailblazer in the entertainment industry, breaking down racial barriers and setting new standards. In 1968, he became the first African American to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song and Best Original Score in the same year. He also made history as the first African American to serve as the musical director and conductor of the Academy Awards in 1971. Quincy’s production work on Michael Jackson’s iconic albums “Off the Wall,” “Thriller,” and “Bad” has solidified his status as one of the most influential figures in music history.

“Quincy Jones - Milestones of a Legend,” released in 2022 by Documents, is a fantastic 10-CD box set that beautifully celebrates the illustrious career of Quincy Jones. This collection, featuring 20 original albums, is a testament to Quincy’s versatility and genius as a musician, arranger, and producer. It’s a treasure trove for jazz enthusiasts and music lovers alike, offering a comprehensive look at Quincy’s early work from the 1950s and 1960s.

One of the standout features of this box set is how it showcases the breadth of Quincy’s musical talents. From the big band sounds of his all-star orchestras to his arrangements for trumpeter Art Farmer and singers Peggy Lee and Dinah Washington, the collection highlights Quincy’s exceptional ability to navigate different musical styles with ease. The inclusion of iconic tracks like “Soul Bossa Nova” adds to the set’s appeal, providing listeners with a nostalgic journey through some of Quincy’s most memorable works.

In conclusion, “Quincy Jones - Milestones of a Legend” is a fitting tribute to one of the most influential figures in music history. The box set not only celebrates Quincy’s remarkable achievements but also serves as an educational resource for those looking to explore the rich tapestry of jazz and popular music. It is a must-have for any serious music collector and a testament to the enduring legacy of Quincy Jones. (B)

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Track lists

CD01

01 Quincy Jones - Mau Mau 5:18

02 Quincy Jones - Work Of Art 5:48

03 Quincy Jones - The Little Bandmaster 4:08

04 Quincy Jones - Up In Quincy's Room 4:03

05 Quincy Jones - Wildwood 2:57

06 Quincy Jones - Evening In Paris 2:43

07 Quincy Jones - Elephant Walk 3:27

08 Quincy Jones - Tia Juana 2:55

09 Quincy Jones - Walkin' 10:44

10 Quincy Jones - Stockholm Sweetnin' 5:42

11 Quincy Jones - Evening In Paris 4:08

12 Quincy Jones - Sermonette 5:58

13 Quincy Jones - A Sleepin' Bee 4:41

14 Quincy Jones - Boo's Blues 5:12

CD02

01 Quincy Jones - Dancin' Pants 3:47

02 Quincy Jones - Be My Guest 4:29

03 Quincy Jones - Kings Road Blues 5:06

04 Quincy Jones - Bright Moon 5:20

05 Quincy Jones - The Oom Is Blues 5:09

06 Quincy Jones - Ballad Medley 6:23

07 Quincy Jones - Show Me 4:50

08 Quincy Jones - I've Grown Accustomed To Her Face 3:45

09 Quincy Jones - With A Little Bit Of Luck 4:34

10 Quincy Jones - The Rain In Spain 3:06

11 Quincy Jones - Get Me To The Church On Time 4:19

12 Quincy Jones - Wouldn't It Be Loverly? 5:03

13 Quincy Jones - I Could Have Danced All Night 4:04

14 Quincy Jones - On The Street Where You Live 3:45

CD03

01 Quincy Jones - Quincy's Home Again 2:32

02 Quincy Jones - The Midnight Sun Never Sets 4:09

03 Quincy Jones - Cherokee 3:17

04 Quincy Jones - Count 'em 5:33

05 Quincy Jones - Brief Encounter 3:07

06 Quincy Jones - Room 608 3:17

07 Quincy Jones - Kinda Blues 6:03

08 Quincy Jones - Meet Benny Bailey 3:54

09 Quincy Jones - Doodlin' 5:21

10 Quincy Jones - Two Sleepy People 3:22

11 Quincy Jones - Someone To Watch Over Me 3:36

12 Quincy Jones - I Concentrate On You 2:53

13 Quincy Jones - Ill Wind 3:44

14 Quincy Jones - Last Night When We Were Young 3:00

15 Quincy Jones - Out Of This World 4:13

16 Quincy Jones - When I Fall In Love 3:34

17 Quincy Jones - Tangorine 2:47

18 Quincy Jones - What's Good About Goodbye? 3:39

CD04

01 Quincy Jones - Lester Leaps In 3:35

02 Quincy Jones - Ghana 4:39

03 Quincy Jones - Caravan 3:31

04 Quincy Jones - Everybody's Blues 4:15

05 Quincy Jones - Cherokee (Indian Love Song) 3:12

06 Quincy Jones - Air Mail Special 2:35

07 Quincy Jones - They Say It's Wonderful 3:25

08 Quincy Jones - Chant Of The Weed 3:13

09 Quincy Jones - I Never Has Seen Snow 3:12

10 Quincy Jones - Eesom 5:06

11 Quincy Jones - The Birth Of A Band 2:57

12 Quincy Jones - Moanin' 3:12

13 Quincy Jones - I Remember Clifford 3:45

14 Quincy Jones - Along Came Betty 3:19

15 Quincy Jones - Tickle Toe 2:59

16 Quincy Jones - Happy Faces 2:45

17 Quincy Jones - Whisper Not 3:24

18 Quincy Jones - The Gypsy 4:08

19 Quincy Jones - A Change Of Pace 3:23

20 Quincy Jones - Tuxedo Junction 2:42

CD05

01 Quincy Jones - Hot Sake 3:03

02 Quincy Jones - Strike Up The Band 2:29

03 Quincy Jones - Africana 3:12

04 Quincy Jones - Meadowlands 3:13

05 Quincy Jones - Rico Vacilon 2:17

06 Quincy Jones - Under Paris Skies 2:35

07 Quincy Jones - Mack The Knife 2:32

08 Quincy Jones - Manolete De Espana 3:20

09 Quincy Jones - Baia (Brazil) 3:57

10 Quincy Jones - Come Back To Sorrento 2:30

11 Quincy Jones - Dear Old Stockholm 4:02

12 Quincy Jones - Pleasingly Plump 2:18

13 Quincy Jones - G'wan Train 6:22

14 Quincy Jones - Moonglow 2:50

15 Quincy Jones - Tone Poem 3:42

16 Quincy Jones - You Turned The Tables On Me 2:31

17 Quincy Jones - Chinese Checkers 2:43

18 Quincy Jones - Love Is Here To Stay 3:14

19 Quincy Jones - The Midnight Sun Will Never Set 4:35

20 Quincy Jones - Trouble On My Mind 2:33

21 Quincy Jones - A Sunday Kind Of Love 2:35

CD06

01 Quincy Jones - Soul Bossa Nova 2:47

02 Quincy Jones - Boogie Bossa Nova 2:43

03 Quincy Jones - Desafinado 2:55

04 Quincy Jones - Manha De Carnaval (Morning Of The Carnival) 2:56

05 Quincy Jones - Se E Tarde Me Perdoa (Forgive Me If I'm Late) 4:23

06 Quincy Jones - On The Street Where You Live 2:34

07 Quincy Jones - One Note Samba (Samba De Uma Nota So) 2:02

08 Quincy Jones - Lalo Bossa Nova 3:13

09 Quincy Jones - Serenata 3:19

10 Quincy Jones - Chega De Saudade (No More Blues) 5:32

11 Quincy Jones - A Taste Of Honey 2:56

12 Quincy Jones - Meet B.B. 3:57

13 Quincy Jones - The Boy In The Tree 5:02

14 Quincy Jones - Evening In Paris 5:15

15 Quincy Jones - Air Mail Special 4:26

16 Quincy Jones - Lester Leaps In 6:12

17 Quincy Jones - G'won Train 6:04

18 Quincy Jones - Banja Luka 5:58

CD07

01 Quincy Jones - Et Voila! 3:02

02 Quincy Jones - Quand Je Monte Chez Toi 3:03

03 Quincy Jones - Place Blanche 2:35

04 Quincy Jones - Ne M'laissez Pas Comme Ca 3:02

05 Quincy Jones - Sermonette 2:52

06 Quincy Jones - Numero 13 2:44

07 Quincy Jones - Tout Doucement 2:32

08 Quincy Jones - Avec Ces Yeux-La 3:15

09 Quincy Jones - Tu Joues Avec Le Feu 2:58

10 Quincy Jones - Quelque Chose En Toi 3:07

11 Quincy Jones - Un P'tit Bout De Femme (Manhattan) 2:23

12 Quincy Jones - Pas Moi 3:11

13 Quincy Jones - Craven 2:39

14 Quincy Jones - Quincy Boogie 3:54

15 Quincy Jones - For The First Time (Come Prima) 1:57

16 Quincy Jones - Moonlight Serenade 2:45

17 Quincy Jones - Dans Mon Ile 2:30

18 Quincy Jones - Adios 2:51

19 Quincy Jones - Coeur D'artichaut 3:05

20 Quincy Jones - Mon P'tit Pote 2:30

21 Quincy Jones - Twilight Time 2:54

22 Quincy Jones - Smoke Rings 2:06

23 Quincy Jones - I'll Keep Coming Back For More (Fragile Eyes) 2:20

24 Quincy Jones - Sous Le Vieux Pont Des Soupirs 2:48

25 Quincy Jones - Valse Des Lilas 2:36

26 Quincy Jones - Je Voudrais 3:06

CD08

01 Quincy Jones - Kansas City 2:30

02 Quincy Jones - Basin Street Blues 3:05

03 Quincy Jones - Los Angeles Blues 2:39

04 Quincy Jones - I Lost My Sugar In Salt Lake City 2:54

05 Quincy Jones - The Grain Belt Blues 1:53

06 Quincy Jones - New York City Blues 3:22

07 Quincy Jones - Goin' To Chicago Blues 2:38

08 Quincy Jones - San Francisco Blues 2:38

09 Quincy Jones - Fisherman's Wharf 3:12

10 Quincy Jones - Boston Beans 2:06

11 Quincy Jones - The Train Blues 2:42

12 Quincy Jones - St. Louis Blues 2:16

13 Quincy Jones - As Time Goes By 2:54

14 Quincy Jones - If You Go 2:43

15 Quincy Jones - Oh Love Hast Thou Forsaken Me 2:37

16 Quincy Jones - Say It Isn't So 2:58

17 Quincy Jones - I Wish I Didn't Love You So 2:50

18 Quincy Jones - Maybe It's Because (I Love You Too Much) 2:03

19 Quincy Jones - I'm Gonna Laugh You Out Of My Life 2:50

20 Quincy Jones - I Get Along Without You Very Well 2:50

21 Quincy Jones - (I Love Your) Gypsy Heart 2:31

22 Quincy Jones - When I Was A Child 3:17

23 Quincy Jones - Here's That Rainy Day 2:51

24 Quincy Jones - Smile 2:21

CD09

01 Quincy Jones - They Didn't Believe Me 2:44

02 Quincy Jones - You're Crying 3:28

03 Quincy Jones - Makin' Whoopee 2:25

04 Quincy Jones - Ev'ry Time We Say Goodbye 2:26

05 Quincy Jones - But Not For Me 2:23

06 Quincy Jones - Caravan 2:36

07 Quincy Jones - Perdido 3:22

08 Quincy Jones - Never Let Me Go 2:41

09 Quincy Jones - Is You Is Or Is You Ain't My Baby 2:53

10 Quincy Jones - I'll Close My Eyes 3:55

11 Quincy Jones - Somebody Loves Me 2:33

12 Quincy Jones - I Wanna Be Loved 2:46

13 Quincy Jones - Don't Explain 2:33

14 Quincy Jones - Everybody's Somebody's Fool 2:33

15 Quincy Jones - Invitation 3:06

16 Quincy Jones - You're Crying 3:31

17 Quincy Jones - Let's Fall In Love 2:10

18 Quincy Jones - When Your Lover Has Gone 2:13

19 Quincy Jones - A Stranger In Town 2:19

20 Quincy Jones - God Bless The Child 2:48

21 Quincy Jones - Blue Gardenia 3:22

22 Quincy Jones - I Can't Face The Music (Without Singin' The Blues) 3:26

23 Quincy Jones - Sometimes I'm Happy 2:06

CD10

01 Quincy Jones - The Golden Touch 3:05

02 Quincy Jones - Jones Beach 4:55

03 Quincy Jones - The Midnight Sun Will Never Set 4:57

04 Quincy Jones - I'm Gone 5:18

05 Quincy Jones - Meet Benny Bailey 2:51

06 Quincy Jones - Count 'em 7:34

07 Quincy Jones - Fallen Feathers 3:36

08 Quincy Jones - Plenty Plenty Soul 3:35

09 Quincy Jones - On The Sunny Side Of The Street 3:56

10 Quincy Jones - I Remember You 3:26

11 Quincy Jones - Pennies From Heaven 4:22

12 Quincy Jones - Frosty Summer 4:20

13 Quincy Jones - The Young Man Who Wouldn't Hoe Corn 4:41

14 Quincy Jones - Sister Sadie 4:27

15 Quincy Jones - On Easy Street 3:03

16 Quincy Jones - That Old Black Magic 4:07

17 Quincy Jones - Image 3:35

18 Quincy Jones - Tea For Two 3:17

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