Dexter Gordon - Other Side Of Round Midnight (LP)
- LP
- 1 piece(s)
- 1986
- 9 tracks
- 51 min
- hard bop
Other Side Of Round Midnight
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The Other Side of Round Midnight is an album that should be approached with an open mind, as it features the final recordings released under Gordon’s name, though it's important to note that Dexter Gordon isn't present on every track. Gordon will always be remembered as the ‘Sophisticated Giant,’ a charismatic performer who could draw out rich, velvety tones from his tenor saxophone. The sound here is expansive yet intimate, shadowy but not harsh, wafting like smoke from an abandoned cigarette and deeply melancholic. Gordon was a bit older when this album was recorded, not as sharp as in his younger days, but age brings its own strengths. Here, Gordon flows, ebbs, and blooms with a resilience and timing that younger musicians are yet to master, delivering notes infused with a personality honed over countless years of dedicated playing. To say Dexter Gordon was immensely accomplished would be an understatement; he had rhythmic ideas that were fresh and inviting, steering clear of the syncopated phrases many jazz musicians of the late 40’s and 50’s favored. He was confident in his ability to leverage the skills of his fellow musicians, inspiring them to reach new heights, who in turn helped Gordon create contemporary musical sounds and visions. Gordon could effortlessly navigate a sea of notes he created, breaking down barriers between listeners and the stage, conveying a sense of vulnerability, though never weakness, inviting anyone willing to step through the door and become part of the experience. All that I’ve mentioned and more is beautifully presented here, a masterful album from a man who instinctively grasped the essence of jazz. As for the vinyl, I’ve always loved my 1986 DMM recording. Direct Metal Mastering (DMM) is an analogue audio disc mastering technique. Unlike conventional disc mastering, where the mechanical audio modulation is cut onto a lacquer coated aluminum disc, DMM cuts straight into metal (copper). The Fun Facts: Not to be missed is the movie “Round Midnight,” where director Bertrand Tavernier, a jazz enthusiast himself, had decided from the outset to cast a musician rather than an actor playing a musician. After viewing hundreds of old film clips of jazz legends at work, he was particularly struck by Gordon, who delivered a standout performance. Review by Jenell Kesler
The Other Side of Round Midnight is an album that should be approached with an open mind, as it features the final recordings released under Gordon’s name, though it's important to note that Dexter Gordon isn't present on every track. Gordon will always be remembered as the ‘Sophisticated Giant,’ a charismatic performer who could coax rich, velvety tones from his tenor saxophone. The sound here is expansive yet intimate, dark but not harsh, wafting like smoke from an abandoned cigarette and deeply moving. Gordon was a bit older when this album was recorded, not as sharp as in his younger days, but age brings its own strengths. He flows, ebbs, and blossoms with a resilience and timing that younger musicians are yet to master, delivering notes infused with a personality honed over countless years of dedicated playing. To say Dexter Gordon was immensely accomplished would be an understatement; he had rhythmic ideas that were fresh and inviting, steering clear of the syncopated phrases many jazzmen of the late 40’s and 50’s favored. He was comfortable leveraging the skills of his fellow musicians, inspiring them to new heights, who in turn helped Gordon create contemporary musical sounds and visions. Gordon could effortlessly navigate a sea of notes that didn’t erect walls between the audience and the stage, conveying a sense of vulnerability, though never weakness, inviting anyone willing to step through the door to be part of the experience. All that I’ve mentioned and more is beautifully captured here, a masterful album from a man who intrinsically understood the essence of jazz. As for the vinyl, I’ve always been fond of my 1986 DMM recording. Direct Metal Mastering (DMM) is an analogue audio disc mastering technique. Unlike conventional disc mastering, where the mechanical audio modulation is cut onto a lacquer coated aluminum disc, DMM cuts straight into metal (copper). The Fun Facts: Not to be missed is the movie “Round Midnight,” where director Bertrand Tavernier, a jazz enthusiast himself, had decided from the outset to cast a musician and not an actor playing a musician. After viewing hundreds of old film clips of jazz greats at work, he was particularly struck by Gordon, who delivered a standout performance. Review by Jenell Kesler
Audio quality is terrible. There's a bunch of surface noise and pops even with degritter.
Audio quality is terrible. There's a bunch of surface noise and clicks/pops even with the degritter.
Does anyone have any idea what this release sounds like? I can't seem to find any information about it, except on Discogs.
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