Released 2006
100 Jazz Masters
Ted WeemsAlbum spotlight: Ted Weems – 100 Jazz Masters
100 Jazz Masters- Album Overview Ted Weems, an influential figure in the American jazz scene, released the compilatio…
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Released 1996
100 Lbs
HerbertAlbum spotlight: Herbert-100 Lbs – 100 Lbs
Album overview Herbert-100 Lbs is an intriguing project that emerged on the music scene with its debut album "100 Lbs…
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Released 2016
1000 Watts
QuanticHow Quantic shaped the sound of 1000 Watts
1000 Watts- Album Overview "1000 Watts" is the acclaimed album released in 2018 by Quantic, the musical project of Br…
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Released 1997
11 Compositions (duo) 1995
Anthony BraxtonFirst impressions of Anthony Braxton – 11 Compositions (duo) 1995
11 Compositions (duo) 1995- Album Overview "11 Compositions (duo) 1995" is a remarkable album by avant-garde jazz com…
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Released 1966
12 Bacchette Per 1 Chitarra
Franco CerriUnpacking Franco Cerri's 12 Bacchette Per 1 Chitarra
12 Bacchette Per 1 Chitarra- Album Overview Released in 1969, "12 Bacchette Per 1 Chitarra" showcases the exceptional…
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Released 1968
12 Of Those Songs
Shirley BasseyListening guide: Shirley Bassey's 12 Of Those Songs
12 Of Those Songs- Album Overview Released in 1972, "12 Of Those Songs" is a celebrated album by the iconic Welsh sin…
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Released 1998
12 Songs of Christmas
Etta JamesEtta James' 12 Songs of Christmas: A critical review
The Christmas season is just around the corner, and what better way to get into the festive spirit than with some gre…
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Released 1964
12 Songs Of Christmas
Frank SinatraListening guide: Frank Sinatra's 12 Songs Of Christmas
12 Songs Of Christmas- Album Overview Released in 1963, "12 Songs Of Christmas" showcases Frank Sinatra's unique voca…
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Released 1975
13 & 3/4
Carla BleyCarla Bley – 13 & 3/4: a sonic journey
13 & 3/4- Album Overview Carla Bley's album "13 & 3/4" was released in 2020, marking another significant chap…
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Released 1998
14 Compositions (traditional) 1996
Anthony BraxtonListening to 14 Compositions (traditional) 1996 by Anthony Braxton
14 Compositions (traditional) 1996- Album Overview Released in 1996, "14 Compositions (traditional) 1996" is an ambit…
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Released 0
14 Treasured Hymns
Tennessee Ernie FordCheck the vibes: Tennessee Ernie Ford – 14 Treasured Hymns
14 Treasured Hymns- Album Overview "14 Treasured Hymns" is a seminal album by American singer Tennessee Ernie Ford, r…
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Released 1992
16 Classic Performances
Glenn MillerReview of Glenn Miller – 16 Classic Performances
16 Classic Performances- Album Overview "16 Classic Performances" is a compilation album by the legendary American bi…
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Released 0
18 Yellow Roses
Bobby DarinThe evolution of Bobby Darin-18 Yellow Roses in 18 Yellow Roses
Album overview The album "18 Yellow Roses" by Bobby Darin was released in 1966, marking a significant point in the ar…
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Released 1963
18 Yellow Roses & 11 Other Hits
Bobby Darin18 Yellow Roses & 11 Other Hits: what Bobby Darin wants you to feel
18 Yellow Roses & 11 Other Hits- Album Overview Released in 1967, "18 Yellow Roses & 11 Other Hits" is a captivat…
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Released 1993
19 Reflective Recordings
Bessie Smith19 Reflective Recordings: what Bessie Smith wants you to feel
19 Reflective Recordings- Album Overview "19 Reflective Recordings" is a posthumous compilation album featuring the l…
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Released 1989
19 [Solo] Compositions, 1988
Anthony BraxtonAlbum spotlight: Anthony Braxton-19 [Solo] Compositions, 1988 – 19 [Solo] Compositions, 1988
Album overview Anthony Braxton's "19 [Solo] Compositions, 1988" is a remarkable contribution to the world of avant-ga…
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Released 1991
1923-1933 Empress Of The Blues
Bessie SmithA closer look at Bessie Smith's album 1923-1933 Empress Of The Blues
1923-1933 Empress Of The Blues- Album Overview Bessie Smith's "1923-1933 Empress Of The Blues" is a compilation album…
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Released 2003
1939 Transcriptions, Volume 2
Fats WallerA Journey Through Fats Waller's 1939 Transcriptions Volume 2
Fats Waller is a name synonymous with early 20th-century jazz music. His talent for piano skills and humor-infused ly…
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Released 0
1946-1951
Fly DJs Vs. Tex WilliamsListening to 1946-1951 by Fly DJs Vs. Tex Williams-1946-1951
Album overview The album "1946-1951" by Fly DJs Vs. Tex Williams-1946-1951 represents a fascinating intersection of m…
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Released 2001
1946-50
Rosemary ClooneyListening guide: Rosemary Clooney's 1946-50
1946-50- Album Overview Released in 1999, "1946-50" is a compilation album that captures the early career of renowned…
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Released 1995
1957 Second Edition
Art BlakeyHow Art Blakey shaped the sound of 1957 Second Edition
1957 Second Edition- Album Overview Released in 1957, "1957 Second Edition" is a significant album by legendary jazz …
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Released 1962
1963
Woody HermanFirst impressions of Woody Herman – 1963
1963- Album Overview The album "1963" by Woody Herman was released in, unsurprisingly, 1963 under the Columbia Record…
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Released 1968
1968 Esquivel!!
EsquivelDiving deep into 1968 Esquivel!! by Esquivel
1968 Esquivel!!- Album Overview 1968 Esquivel!! is a vibrant and eclectic album by the Mexican bandleader and compose…
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Released 1976
1975: The Duets
Dave BrubeckExploring the sound of Dave Brubeck-1975: The Duets: 1975: The Duets
Album overview The album "1975: The Duets" by the legendary jazz pianist Dave Brubeck showcases a unique collection o…
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Released 0
1978
Charlie HadenUnpacking Charlie Haden's 1978
1978- Album Overview Released in 1978, "1978" is a notable album by the acclaimed jazz double bassist and composer Ch…
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Released 2006
1983
Flying Lotus1983 by Flying Lotus: A Critical Review of an Innovative Classic
In the world of experimental electronic music, Flying Lotus has cemented his place as a true artist and innovator. Hi…
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Released 2005
2 + 2 Compositions
Anthony BraxtonInside the atmosphere of Anthony Braxton's 2 + 2 Compositions
2 + 2 Compositions- Album Overview Released in 1995, Anthony Braxton's "2 + 2 Compositions" is an adventurous explora…
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Released 1988
20 Original Big Band Hits
Harry JamesListening to 20 Original Big Band Hits by Harry James
Album overview Harry James, an iconic figure in the world of big band music, released "20 Original Big Band Hits" in …
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Released 2002
20 Track Collection
Glenn MillerCheck the vibes: Glenn Miller – 20 Track Collection
20 Track Collection- Album Overview The "20 Track Collection" by Glenn Miller was released in 1994 under the RCA Reco…
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Released 2003
20th Anniversary
Globe Unity OrchestraReview of Globe Unity Orchestra-20th Anniversary – 20th Anniversary
Album overview The "20th Anniversary" album by the Globe Unity Orchestra is a significant milestone in the evolution …
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Released 1989
20th Century Original Piano Transcriptions
George GershwinOne week with 20th Century Original Piano Transcriptions: thoughts on George Gershwin
20th Century Original Piano Transcriptions- Album Overview The album "20th Century Original Piano Transcriptions" fea…
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Released 2001
21 Anos
AzymuthInside 21 Anos by Azymuth
21 Anos- Album Overview "21 Anos" is a celebrated album by Brazilian jazz-funk band Azymuth, released in 1998. This a…
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