Dive into the vibrant and dynamic world of jazz with Sonny Stitt's "Anthology: The Definitive Collection." This comprehensive compilation, released on September 24, 2021, under Master Tape Records, is a testament to Stitt's mastery of bebop, hard bop, cool jazz, and acid jazz. Spanning an impressive three hours and fifty-seven minutes, this collection features 50 remastered tracks that showcase Stitt's virtuosic saxophone playing and his significant contributions to the jazz genre.
From classic standards like "Body and Soul" and "All of Me" to original compositions such as "Sonny Sounds" and "Sonny's Tune," this album offers a rich tapestry of musical styles and influences. Stitt's dynamic range is evident throughout, as he effortlessly transitions from up-tempo bebop numbers like "Blazin'" to slower, more introspective pieces like "Lazy Bones."
The album also includes lesser-known gems like "The String" and "Norman's Blues," providing a deeper look into Stitt's extensive discography. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer to his music, "Anthology: The Definitive Collection" serves as an excellent introduction to the prolific career of Sonny Stitt, highlighting his technical prowess, innovative spirit, and enduring influence on jazz music.
Tracks
If I Had You - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Stars Fell on Alabama - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Alone Together - RemasteredSonny Stitt
I Know That You Know - RemasteredSonny Stitt, Dizzy Gillespie, Sonny Rollins
After You're Gone - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Ain't Misbehavin' - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Body and Soul - RemasteredSonny Stitt
It's You or No One - RemasteredSonny Stitt
The Eternal Triangle - RemasteredSonny Stitt, Dizzy Gillespie
On the Sunny Side of the Street - RemasteredSonny Stitt, Dizzy Gillespie
After Hours - RemasteredSonny Stitt, Dizzy Gillespie
Sonny Sounds - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Later - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Cherokee - RemasteredSonny Stitt
For the Fat Man - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Liza - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Blue Smile - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Down with It - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Blue Mambo - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Twelfth Street Rag - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Stitt's It - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Blazin' - RemasteredSonny Stitt
I Can't Get Started - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Confessin' - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Our Very Own - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Stairway to the Stars - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Cleveland Blues - RemasteredSonny Stitt
There'll Never Be Another You - RemasteredSonny Stitt
The Gypsy - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Sonny's Tune - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Blues for Bags - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Cool Mambo - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Lazy Bones - RemasteredSonny Stitt
This Can't Be Love - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Imagination - RemasteredSonny Stitt
P.S. I Love You - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Jaws - RemasteredSonny Stitt
S' Wonderful - RemasteredSonny Stitt
S.O.S. - RemasteredSonny Stitt
I Cover the Waterfront - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Norman's Blues - RemasteredSonny Stitt
The String - RemasteredSonny Stitt
I Know That You Know 2 - RemasteredSonny Stitt
Nice Work If You Can Get It - RemasteredSonny Stitt
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