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  1. Albums
  2. fancy free - donald byrd

Donald Byrd - Fancy Free (LP)

Donald ByrdDonald Byrd
  • LP
  • 1 piece(s)
  • 1993
  • 4 tracks
  • 39 min
  • hard bop
Fancy Free - Donald Byrd
Fancy Free
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Fancy Free - Donald Byrd
Fancy Free - Donald Byrd

Product description

"Fancy Free" is a captivating album by the legendary trumpeter and composer Donald Byrd, released under the prestigious Blue Note Records label in 1993. This album is a testament to Byrd's versatility and innovation, blending genres such as hard bop, jazz funk, soul jazz, jazz fusion, and acid jazz into a cohesive and dynamic collection of tracks. With a runtime of 39 minutes, the album features four tracks: "Fancy Free," "I Love The Girl," "The Uptowner," and "The Weasil."

The album showcases an impressive lineup of musicians, including Frank Foster, Lew Tabackin, and Jerry Dodgion on reeds, and Duke Pearson on electric piano, marking a notable departure into funk-infused jazz. The reissue in 1993, following the original Japanese pressing in 1979, brought this groundbreaking work to a wider audience, solidifying its place in the jazz canon. "Fancy Free" is a must-explore for fans of Donald Byrd and anyone interested in the evolution of jazz music.

This 2018 Reissue LP is pressed on 180g vinyl.

Tracks

  1. Fancy FreeDonald Byrd
    12:07
  2. I Love The GirlDonald Byrd
    8:48
  3. The UptownerDonald Byrd
    9:16
  4. The WeasilDonald Byrd
    9:00
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Product specifications

Details

Album
Fancy Free
Artist
Donald Byrd
LP release year
2018
Album release date
1 januari 1993
Label
Blue Note
EAN
602567789307
Available
No

Product information

Format
LP
Quantity
1 piece(s)
Type
Reissue
Mono or stereo
Stereo
Duration
39 min
Tracks
4 tracks
Weight
180g

EAN

EAN
602567789307

Other

Limited Edition
No
Country
US
Genre
Hard bop
Box set
No
Remastered
No
Reissue
Yes

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  • Kevin Grey's Cozy Masterpiece

    5 out of 5 stars
    BIZ45December 18, 2025United Kingdom🇬🇧

    Kevin Grey’s mastering shines on this cozy, chill record. This album is straight-up lit

  • Cover in good condition?

    4 out of 5 stars
    Kott_Ewabv_BuqpmOctober 2, 2025United States🇺🇸

    Does anyone have just the cover in good condition? Please let me know! Thanks a bunch!

  • Donald Byrd's Soothing Classic

    4 out of 5 stars
    Zvix_VsudyunSeptember 1, 2025United States🇺🇸

    Hailing from the classic era of Vinyl Me Please, we have Donald Byrd's 'Fancy Free'. Though I don't possess an original pressing to do a side-by-side comparison, this copy sounds fantastic and is impeccably pressed. It's a truly soothing album to unwind with. Highly recommended! REGA P5 with external speed control Dynavector 20x2L w/ DV preamp Audio Research Vsi60 Vandersteen speakers

  • Tune Pressing Excellence

    4 out of 5 stars
    cecefulehdeglesMay 11, 2025United States🇺🇸

    Loving the tunes and the pressing. Really good in every way.

  • Original Press Triumphs

    5 out of 5 stars
    gityi.mohiNovember 5, 2024United Kingdom🇬🇧

    I just got my hands on an original van gelder copy in very good shape, and let me tell you, comparing it to my recent VMP re-issue, there's no comparison. I've raved about my re-issue before, but the electric piano intro on A2, I Love the Girl, is just so much more immersive on the original. It's got a depth and richness that the re-issue just can't match. The drums and Donald Byrd's trumpet lack the punch and excitement of the van gelder pressing. The cymbals and horns seem to pop more on the original press. In my opinion, the original press is the way to go, even with some surface noise if you can handle it. “Somebody was trying to tell me that CDs are better than vinyl because they don't have any surface noise. I said, 'Listen, mate, *life* has surface noise” - John Peel

About Donald Byrd

Donald Byrd, born Donaldson Toussaint L'Ouverture Byrd II on December 9, 1932, was a trailblazing American trumpeter, composer, and vocalist who left an indelible mark on the world of jazz and rhythm & blues. Renowned as one of the finest hard bop trumpeters following the era of Clifford Brown, Byrd's dynamic and biting style captivated audiences and critics alike. His prolific career spanned decades, during which he recorded extensively both as a leader and a sideman, showcasing his versatility across genres like hard bop, jazz funk, soul jazz, and jazz fusion. In the 1970s, Byrd became a champion of jazz/R&B crossover, producing some of his most funky and celebrated work, often in collaboration with the Mizell Brothers. Beyond his musical achievements, Byrd was also a pioneering jazz educator, inspiring generations of students on African-American college and university campuses. His legacy as a musician and educator continues to influence and inspire, making him a true icon in the world of jazz.

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