HBDirect Jazz Music News: August 2009

August Jazz Sale Begins!

Nothing is better than jazz to accompany hot summer days and after a weak start, it's finally starting to feel like summer. Make sure you're prepared by stocking up on discounted jazz at HBDirect! Click any logo in this newsletter to browse one of the five complete labels on sale through August 31st.

Classic Sinatra II

"Long-time collectors will have these songs - save for the excellent bonus track - but not in this quality unless they own clean copies of the original vinyl. For that reason alone, Classic Sinatra IIis worth owning. The CD also serves as a nice companion piece for fans who already own Classic Sinatra; and helps give a nice overview of some of Sinatra's best years." -Blogcritics.org

The Newest From Capitol

Harry Belafonte: The Early Years At Capitol Records

Dave Koz: Greatest Hits

Paul Chambers: Bass on Top

Brubeck & Desmond: Duets

"Their magical ESP is evident from start to finish. Brubeck's lyricism throughout these sessions will surprise critics who label him as "bombastic," while Desmond, known for his pure dry-toned alto sax, throws a few curves... an essential acquisition for fans of Dave Brubeck and Paul Desmond." -All Music Guide

Just Reissued By A&M for $9.98

Stan Getz: Apasionado

Quincy Jones: Smackwater Jack

Joe Henderson: Porgy And Bess

Mike Stern's Big Neighborhood

"This is one block party jazz fusion fans won't want to miss in 2009!" -AMG
"Fun from start to finish. The selections are varied in style and keep the listener engaged and wondering what is coming next." -Modern Guitars Magazine

New From Telarc

Joe McBride: Lookin' For A Change

Otis Taylor: Pentatonic Wars and Love Songs

Stanley Clarke Trio: Jazz In The Garden

Sale Highlights & More!

Blue Note Classics in Super Audio!

Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers: Moanin'

Dexter Gordon: Dexter's Calling

Fred Jackson: Hootin' `N Tootin'

Art Taylor: A.T.'s Delight

Lee Morgan: Leeway

Jackie McLean: Capuchin Swin