Cannonball Adderley With Milt Jackson – Things Are Getting Better (Test Pressing, 2LP, 45 RPM)
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Alto Saxophone : Cannonball Adderley [click here to see more vinyl featuring Cannonball Adderley]
Drums : Art Blakey [click here to see more vinyl featuring Art Blakey]
Vibraphone : Milt Jackson [click here to see more vinyl featuring Milt Jackson]
Piano : Wynton Kelly [click here to see more vinyl featuring Wynton Kelly]
Bass : Percy Heath
TEST PRESSING
2 LP, Test white jacket
Original analog Master tape : YES
Heavy Press : 180g
Record color : black
Speed : 45RPM
Size : 12”
Stereo
Studio
Record Press : RTI
Label : Analogue Productions
Original Label : Riverside Records
Engineered by Jack Higgins
Mastered by Kevin Gray, Steve Hoffman
Photography by Charles Stewart
Produced by Orrin Keepnews
Design Cover & Artwork : Harris Lewine, Ken Braren, Paul Bacon
Tracks:
Side A :
- Blues Oriental
- Things Are Getting Better
Side B:
- Serves Me Right
- Groovin' High
Side C :
- The Sidewalks Of New York
Side D:
- Sounds For Sid
- Just One Of Those Things
Reviews :
"This title provides ample evidence why alto Cannonball Adderley is considered one of the masters of his craft. Here he joins forces with Modern Jazz Quartet co-founder Milt Jackson on vibes to create a variety of sonic atmospheres. They are backed by the all-star ensemble of Wynton Kelly on piano, Percy Heath on bass, and the one and only Art Blakey on drums. The moody "Blues Oriental" opens the set with Jackson immediately diving in with his trademark fluid runs and shimmering intonation. Adderley counters with a light and lively line that weaves between the rhythm section. The optimistic "Things Are Getting Better" is a good-natured romp as the co-leads trade and cajole each other into some downright rollicking exchanges. This directly contrasts with the sultry "Serves Me Right," which allows the combo members to demonstrate their collective musical malleability. The interaction between Adderley and Jackson sparkles as they entwine their respective playing with an uncanny singularity of spirit. The cover of Dizzy Gillespie's "Groovin' High" contains another spirited performance with some thoroughly engaging improvisation, especially during Adderley's voracious solos. "Sidewalks of New York" bops freely as Jackson unleashes some sublime licks against a hearty and equally boisterous sax. Adderley's "Sounds for Sid" demonstrates his uncanny ability to swing with a strong R&B vibe. With drop-dead timing and profound instrumental chops, this cut is undoubtedly one of the best from Adderley's earliest canon. The album concludes with a jumping reading of Cole Porter's "Just One of Those Things." While Wynton Kelly has been uniformly solid, his interjections stand out here as he bridges and undergirds the two as they banter with flair and aplomb. This set can be recommended without hesitation to all manner of jazz enthusiast, as it quite literally offers something for every taste." AllMusic Review by Lindsay Planer
Ratings :
AllMusic : 4 / 5 , Discogs : 4,95 / 5