Joe Henderson - Mode For Joe (LP)
- LP
- 1 piece(s)
- 1966
- 7 tracks
- 49 min
- hard bop
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When it comes to mastering, two renowned experts, Bernie Grundman and Chris Bell, are involved, so the album should be in good hands. The stereo image is quite wide, with Henderson & Chambers(!) on the right and Morgan & Fuller on the left. Combined with Hutcherson's vibes, this creates a spacious, somewhat surreal atmosphere that seems to fit the music. During full ensemble parts, Fuller's trombone is a bit distorted—perhaps it was like that on the original recording, I'm not sure. Regarding the pressing and quality control, it was done by United, who have a mixed reputation. The record is heavy, flat, and centered, looking good overall. However, it's not a perfect pressing for me, with a few unexpected pops on A1. As for the artwork and jacket, the classic Reid Miles design is faithfully reproduced here. The sleeve is made of moderately sturdy cardstock with direct printing—similar to the Classic Vinyl Series sleeves. It's not exceptional, but it's not bad either. About the music, it's beautiful, performed by master musicians. I love the lineup here, and any concern about it being overcrowded is well-managed in the sessions. The full septet often plays together in the heads, with ample time and space given to different members to solo on various compositions. The music has a restrained, cool, modal feel, with a great variety of color and texture provided by the different musicians. Highly recommended.
When it comes to mastering, two heavyweights, Bernie Grundman and Chris Bell, are at the helm, so it's in good hands. The stereo image is quite wide, with Henderson & Chambers(!) on the right and Morgan & Fuller on the left. This, along with Hutcherson's vibes, gives the album a somewhat staged, eerie vibe that fits the music well. In parts where the whole band plays, Fuller's trombone is a bit distorted—maybe a bit too much. Could be on the original recording, not sure. As for the pressing and quality control, it's pressed at United, who have a mixed reputation. The record is heavy, flat, and centered. Looks good. But it's not a perfect pressing for me, with a few unexpected pops on A1. Regarding the artwork and jacket, the classic Reid Miles artwork is beautifully reproduced here. The sleeve is moderately sturdy cardstock with the print directly on it—basically the same as the Classic Vinyl Series sleeves that followed. Nothing too good or too bad about them. About the music, it's gorgeous, played by master musicians. I love the lineup here, and any worry that it might be overcrowded is handled well in the sessions. The full septet often joins in on the heads, with each member given enough time and space to solo on different compositions. The music has a restrained, somewhat cool, modal feel, with a great variety of color and texture from the different band members. Highly recommended.
Sonically, this is fantastic too!!! I'd go as far as to say every CD in this RVG Edition series is an absolute smash hit!
Sonically, this one's a total blast too!!! You could easily say every cd in this RVG Edition series is an absolute smash hit!
Mine didn't make the cut... Arrived all bent out of shape. It doesn't skip but it makes a scratchy, messed up noise in the left speaker whenever the needle lifts due to the warp. Sending it back to the shop.
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